Which of the following are essentials to be ensured while conducting an Online Examination based on objective questions for credibility of degrees?

(A) Proctored Environment

(B) Authentication of candidate

(C) Authentication of parents 

(D) Hardware and Software testing

(E) Answer-sheet with proper numbering for writing answers

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Key Points

Online examination:

• It also known as e-examination, enables examiners to conduct exams using the internet or a company-wide intranet for remote candidates.
• It requires candidates to answer questions within a pre-decided timeframe.
• The test window collapses once the exam is over, and institutes get real-time reports.
• Evaluators then assess the answers and grade accordingly.

The essentials to be ensured while conducting an online examination based on objective questions for credibility of degrees are:

•  Proctored Environment: It is important to ensure that the online examination is conducted in a proctored environment to prevent cheating and maintain the integrity of the examination.
• Authentication of candidate: It is crucial to authenticate the identity of the candidate before the examination to prevent impersonation.
•  Hardware and Software testing: It is essential to test the hardware and software used for conducting the examination to ensure that they are functioning properly and there are no technical glitches.

Hence, the correct option is (A), (B) and (D) only