{"id":52050,"date":"2026-06-04T15:57:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T10:27:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=52050"},"modified":"2026-06-04T15:57:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T10:27:48","slug":"cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"CBSE Chairperson Appointment 2026: Lokhande Prashant Sitaram Named New Chairman, Varun Bhardwaj Secretary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#CBSE_Chairperson_Appointment_2026_brings_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram_as_the_new_CBSE_Chairman_and_Varun_Bhardwaj_as_Secretary_Learn_key_facts_OSM_controversy_exam_relevance_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railway_Defence_and_State_PSC_exams\" >CBSE Chairperson Appointment 2026 brings Lokhande Prashant Sitaram as the new CBSE Chairman and Varun Bhardwaj as Secretary. Learn key facts, OSM controversy, exam relevance, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, and State PSC exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Major_Leadership_Change_in_CBSE\" >Major Leadership Change in CBSE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Who_is_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram\" >Who is Lokhande Prashant Sitaram?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Appointment_of_Varun_Bhardwaj_as_Secretary\" >Appointment of Varun Bhardwaj as Secretary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#On-Screen_Marking_OSM_Controversy\" >On-Screen Marking (OSM) Controversy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Importance_of_CBSE_in_Indias_Education_System\" >Importance of CBSE in India&#8217;s Education System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Potential_Impact_of_the_Appointments\" >Potential Impact of the Appointments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Important_for_Education_Governance\" >Important for Education Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Relevance_to_Examination_Reforms\" >Relevance to Examination Reforms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Administrative_Significance\" >Administrative Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Governance_and_Accountability\" >Governance and Accountability<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Evolution_of_CBSE\" >Evolution of CBSE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Shift_Towards_Digital_Evaluation\" >Shift Towards Digital Evaluation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Previous_Educational_Reforms\" >Previous Educational Reforms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Administrative_Reshuffles_in_Public_Institutions\" >Administrative Reshuffles in Public Institutions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#1_Who_has_been_appointed_as_the_new_Chairperson_of_CBSE\" >1. Who has been appointed as the new Chairperson of CBSE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#2_Who_is_the_new_Secretary_of_CBSE\" >2. Who is the new Secretary of CBSE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#3_Which_authority_approved_these_appointments\" >3. Which authority approved these appointments?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#4_Whom_did_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram_replace_as_CBSE_Chairperson\" >4. Whom did Lokhande Prashant Sitaram replace as CBSE Chairperson?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#5_What_is_CBSE\" >5. What is CBSE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#6_What_is_the_full_form_of_AGMUT_cadre\" >6. What is the full form of AGMUT cadre?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#7_Why_are_these_appointments_significant\" >7. Why are these appointments significant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#8_What_is_the_On-Screen_Marking_OSM_system\" >8. What is the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#9_Under_which_ministry_does_CBSE_function\" >9. Under which ministry does CBSE function?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\" >10. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#11_Where_was_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram_serving_before_this_appointment\" >11. Where was Lokhande Prashant Sitaram serving before this appointment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#12_What_are_the_major_functions_of_CBSE\" >12. What are the major functions of CBSE?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CBSE_Chairperson_Appointment_2026_brings_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram_as_the_new_CBSE_Chairman_and_Varun_Bhardwaj_as_Secretary_Learn_key_facts_OSM_controversy_exam_relevance_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railway_Defence_and_State_PSC_exams\"><\/span><strong>CBSE Chairperson Appointment 2026 brings Lokhande Prashant Sitaram as the new CBSE Chairman and Varun Bhardwaj as Secretary. Learn key facts, OSM controversy, exam relevance, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, and State PSC exams.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a significant administrative reshuffle in India&#8217;s education sector, the Central Government has appointed senior IAS officer Lokhande Prashant Sitaram as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Alongside him, Varun Bhardwaj has been appointed as the new Secretary of the board. The appointments come at a crucial time when CBSE has been facing scrutiny over its On-Screen Marking (OSM) system used in the evaluation of board examination answer sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Leadership_Change_in_CBSE\"><\/span>Major Leadership Change in CBSE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Lokhande Prashant Sitaram as the new CBSE Chairperson. He replaces Rahul Singh, who has been transferred to the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare as Additional Secretary. Varun Bhardwaj has taken over as CBSE Secretary, replacing Himanshu Gupta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This leadership transition reflects the government&#8217;s effort to strengthen governance and administrative oversight within India&#8217;s largest school education board. CBSE conducts examinations for millions of students across the country and plays a critical role in shaping school education policies and assessment systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram\"><\/span>Who is Lokhande Prashant Sitaram?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lokhande Prashant Sitaram is a 2001-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram-Union Territories) cadre. Before taking charge as CBSE Chairperson, he served as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs. He has extensive administrative experience in governance, public administration, and policy implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His appointment is viewed as an important step toward ensuring greater transparency, accountability, and efficiency in CBSE&#8217;s functioning, particularly during a period of public scrutiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appointment_of_Varun_Bhardwaj_as_Secretary\"><\/span>Appointment of Varun Bhardwaj as Secretary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Varun Bhardwaj has been appointed as the new Secretary of CBSE. Prior to this role, he served in the Department of Higher Education. As Secretary, he will oversee administrative operations, policy implementation, affiliations, examinations, and coordination among various departments of the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His appointment is expected to support ongoing reforms aimed at improving examination management and digital evaluation systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On-Screen_Marking_OSM_Controversy\"><\/span>On-Screen Marking (OSM) Controversy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The leadership changes occurred amid controversy regarding CBSE&#8217;s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. Several students, parents, and stakeholders raised concerns about alleged technical glitches, evaluation-related issues, and delays associated with the digital marking process. The government subsequently ordered an inquiry into the procurement and implementation of the OSM system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The controversy attracted national attention because CBSE board examination results affect millions of students seeking admission to higher education institutions across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_CBSE_in_Indias_Education_System\"><\/span>Importance of CBSE in India&#8217;s Education System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBSE is one of India&#8217;s largest school education boards and functions under the Ministry of Education. It is responsible for conducting Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations, affiliating schools, developing curriculum frameworks, and implementing educational reforms. Any leadership change within CBSE therefore has significant implications for students, schools, teachers, and policymakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new leadership will be expected to enhance examination transparency, improve technological systems, and strengthen confidence in CBSE&#8217;s evaluation mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Impact_of_the_Appointments\"><\/span>Potential Impact of the Appointments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appointments of Lokhande Prashant Sitaram and Varun Bhardwaj are expected to bring administrative stability to CBSE. Their experience in public administration may help address ongoing concerns related to digital evaluation, examination reforms, and institutional accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students and educators, these changes signal the government&#8217;s commitment to ensuring credibility and efficiency in the country&#8217;s school examination system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"cbse-chairperson-appointment-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"cbse chairperson appointment 2026\" style=\"width:596px;height:auto\" title=\"cbse chairperson appointment 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">cbse chairperson appointment 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Education_Governance\"><\/span>Important for Education Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appointment of a new CBSE Chairperson and Secretary is significant because CBSE is India&#8217;s largest school education board. Decisions taken by its leadership directly affect millions of students, teachers, and educational institutions across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Examination_Reforms\"><\/span>Relevance to Examination Reforms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appointments come at a time when concerns have been raised regarding the digital evaluation process. Effective leadership will be essential for improving examination transparency, technological infrastructure, and grievance redressal mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Administrative_Significance\"><\/span>Administrative Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For competitive examinations, candidates should understand the role of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), which approves appointments to important government positions. Questions related to such appointments frequently appear in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, and Banking examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Governance_and_Accountability\"><\/span>Governance and Accountability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government&#8217;s decision to order an inquiry into the OSM system and subsequently appoint new leadership highlights the importance of accountability in public institutions. This demonstrates how administrative reforms are implemented when concerns arise regarding public service delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_CBSE\"><\/span>Evolution of CBSE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) traces its origins to the early twentieth century and has evolved into India&#8217;s most prominent national school education board. Over the years, CBSE has introduced numerous reforms in curriculum design, examination practices, and assessment methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shift_Towards_Digital_Evaluation\"><\/span>Shift Towards Digital Evaluation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To improve efficiency and reduce human errors, educational boards worldwide have increasingly adopted digital evaluation systems. CBSE&#8217;s On-Screen Marking (OSM) initiative represents part of this broader effort to modernize examination assessment processes. However, technological transitions often face operational and implementation challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Educational_Reforms\"><\/span>Previous Educational Reforms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBSE has previously implemented Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), competency-based assessments, digital learning initiatives, and examination reforms aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The current leadership change occurs within this larger framework of educational modernization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Administrative_Reshuffles_in_Public_Institutions\"><\/span>Administrative Reshuffles in Public Institutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leadership changes in major public institutions are not uncommon when governments seek to improve performance, address controversies, or implement reforms. Such reshuffles are often intended to restore confidence and ensure effective administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Lokhande Prashant Sitaram has been appointed as the new Chairperson of CBSE.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Varun Bhardwaj has been appointed as the new Secretary of CBSE.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Lokhande Prashant Sitaram is a 2001-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The appointments come amid controversy surrounding CBSE&#8217;s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The government has ordered an inquiry into issues related to the implementation of the OSM evaluation system.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">cbse chairperson appointment 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_has_been_appointed_as_the_new_Chairperson_of_CBSE\"><\/span>1. Who has been appointed as the new Chairperson of CBSE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lokhande Prashant Sitaram, a 2001-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre, has been appointed as the new Chairperson of CBSE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_is_the_new_Secretary_of_CBSE\"><\/span>2. Who is the new Secretary of CBSE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Varun Bhardwaj has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_authority_approved_these_appointments\"><\/span>3. Which authority approved these appointments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Whom_did_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram_replace_as_CBSE_Chairperson\"><\/span>4. Whom did Lokhande Prashant Sitaram replace as CBSE Chairperson?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He replaced Rahul Singh, who was transferred to the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare as Additional Secretary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_CBSE\"><\/span>5. What is CBSE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) is India&#8217;s national school education board under the Ministry of Education, responsible for conducting Class 10 and Class 12 examinations and affiliating schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_full_form_of_AGMUT_cadre\"><\/span>6. What is the full form of AGMUT cadre?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AGMUT stands for Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram and Union Territories cadre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_are_these_appointments_significant\"><\/span>7. Why are these appointments significant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appointments come at a time when CBSE is addressing concerns related to its On-Screen Marking (OSM) system and examination reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_On-Screen_Marking_OSM_system\"><\/span>8. What is the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">OSM is a digital evaluation system used by CBSE for checking and assessing students&#8217; answer sheets electronically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Under_which_ministry_does_CBSE_function\"><\/span>9. Under which ministry does CBSE function?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBSE functions under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\"><\/span>10. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions related to constitutional bodies, educational institutions, appointments, IAS officers, and administrative reforms are frequently asked in UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, and State PSC examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Where_was_Lokhande_Prashant_Sitaram_serving_before_this_appointment\"><\/span>11. Where was Lokhande Prashant Sitaram serving before this appointment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before becoming CBSE Chairperson, he served as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_What_are_the_major_functions_of_CBSE\"><\/span>12. 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