CTET/TET Not Compulsory? by Himanshi Singh

Summary

In this session, Himanshi discusses the recent debate around the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) in Uttar Pradesh. The Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, has directed a review of the Supreme Court's decision requiring all serving teachers to take TET. Teachers, especially those with years of experience before the TET system, have protested this mandate, arguing it is unfair. While the government's efforts to revise the decision are underway, Himanshi emphasizes the need for teachers to continue preparing for TET, as the current Supreme Court order remains in effect. She encourages the use of free study materials for preparation.

Takeaways

• 📢 UP CM Yogi Adityanath tweeted on 16th September about requesting a revision of the Supreme Court's TET mandate for serving teachers.
• 📰 Rumors spread on social media that TET might not be required for teachers already in service, causing confusion.
• 👩‍🏫 Teachers appointed before 2011, when TET was not mandatory, are concerned about being unfairly required to take the exam.
• ⚖️ The Supreme Court's order states that teachers with less than 5 years of service remaining may continue without TET, but promotion requires passing the exam.
• 🏛️ The UP government has directed the education department to request the Supreme Court to reconsider the mandatory TET for experienced teachers.
• 💼 Teachers are urged to continue preparing for TET, as the revision request does not guarantee immediate change.
• 📅 The UPTET is expected in January, while the CTET may be held in December this year.
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• 📚 Free study notes and resources are available through the Let's Learn platform to help teachers prepare for TET.
• 🗣️ Teachers in UP are actively protesting and submitting memorandums to the authorities regarding the TET compulsion.
• ❗ It is important not to rely on rumors; teachers should focus on preparation since the Supreme Court's current order remains in effect.
• 🔄 The situation may evolve depending on government actions, but other states have not yet taken similar steps regarding TET.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the discussion in the video?

The main topic of the discussion is the controversy surrounding the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) in Uttar Pradesh, particularly the revision of the Supreme Court’s decision regarding TET for serving teachers.

Why did many teachers believe that they might no longer need to take the TET?

Many teachers believed this after a tweet by the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath suggested that the government would file a revision to the Supreme Court’s decision on TET for serving teachers, implying that the mandatory requirement might be reconsidered.

What did the Supreme Court's order on TET for teachers indicate?

The Supreme Court's order stated that teachers with less than five years of service could remain in service without having to take the TET. However, teachers with more than five years of service or those seeking promotions would be required to clear the TET to continue or advance in their careers.

What were the concerns of teachers who were appointed before 2011 regarding TET?

Teachers appointed before 2011 were concerned because there was no TET requirement before that time, and they felt it was unfair to require them to pass the TET now, despite their years of experience and qualifications.

What is the Uttar Pradesh government's stance on the TET issue?

The Uttar Pradesh government, as indicated by the Chief Minister’s tweet, has instructed the education department to file for a revision of the Supreme Court’s decision, asking for a review of the mandatory TET requirement for teachers with years of experience.

Why is the government asking for a revision of the Supreme Court’s decision?

The government believes it is unjust to require experienced teachers, who have been teaching for many years and have received government training, to pass the TET, especially when it was not a requirement when they were initially appointed.

What are the potential outcomes of the government's attempt to revise the TET decision?

The revision may or may not be accepted. While the government is actively seeking a revision, it is uncertain whether the Supreme Court will agree to alter its decision. Teachers must continue preparing for the TET as scheduled.

How should teachers prepare for the TET exam according to the video?

Teachers are encouraged to prepare using free study materials and notes provided in the video’s description. These resources are designed to help teachers cover the basics and aid in their TET preparation. Teachers should aim to score above the minimum required marks, based on their category.

What is the significance of the Chief Minister’s tweet regarding the TET issue?

The tweet signifies the government's official stance on the TET issue and its intention to seek a revision of the Supreme Court’s decision. It also indicates that the government is paying attention to the concerns of teachers who feel unfairly targeted by the TET requirement.

What should teachers do in the meantime while the revision of the TET decision is being considered?

In the meantime, teachers should continue preparing for the TET exams, as there is no definitive answer regarding the revision. They should also stay updated on any announcements from the government or education department regarding changes to the TET requirement.