This decision comes amid rising complaints from parents and educational advocates about deteriorating standards in some CBSE-affiliated institutions. The inspections revealed a host of discrepancies, particularly related to physical infrastructure, qualified teaching staff, and availability of student resources, all of which are mandates under CBSE bye-laws designed to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment. For instance, some schools were found lacking essential facilities, such as libraries and laboratories, which are prerequisites for maintaining the board's affiliation.
According to CBSE guidelines, schools must maintain specific infrastructure and operational standards to retain their affiliation, aiming to standardize educational quality across the country. The board's stringent review protocols aim to ensure that institutions are meeting educational and safety standards. Failure to uphold these standards triggers actions like downgrades, fines, and, in severe cases, termination of the affiliation altogether. Officials also emphasized that this crackdown serves as a reminder for affiliated institutions to regularly audit and enhance their operational standards in alignment with CBSE norms. The affiliation status impacts both the credibility and attractiveness of these schools, as families often prioritize CBSE-affiliated institutions for the board's reputation of maintaining high educational standards.