Vedant Shrivastava's brother credits 'online' support for CBSE apology in marking row
Vedant Shrivastava's brother has credited online support for prompting the CBSE to apologize and rectify his brother's exam marks. After an alleged mix-up with his physics answer sheet, Vedant's marks were increased from 65 to 74. The family plans to apply for re-evaluation due to perceived irregularities in the marking process.
- ▪Vedant's original physics answer sheet was allegedly swapped with another student's.
- ▪His marks were increased from 65 to 74 after public attention on the issue.
- ▪The family intends to seek re-evaluation due to concerns about marking irregularities.
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Vedant Shrivastava's brother credits 'online' support for CBSE apology in marking rowVedant Srivastava revealed that his brother's marks have been increased but they will apply for revaluation as there are some irregularties according to them.Published on: May 26, 2026 2:49 PM ISTANIShare viaCopy link A CBSE student Vedant's post about an alleged answer sheet mix-up garnered online attention, his brother Siddhant Srivastava on Tuesday said the board has reached out to the family and sent the correct answer sheet.Vedant Shrivastava a CBSE Class 12 student made an X post showcasing the alleged swap of his original physics answer sheet with another student's, triggering a online row.
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