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CTET 8 Feb 2026 Paper 1, Question 33

Topic: Assessment in maths

Q33

Which of the following is least appropriate in context of learning outcomes at foundational stage in mathematics ?

  1. (1) Designing activities connected to real-life situations to strengthen the learning outcomes.
  2. (2) Children advance to the next level of learning outcomes only upon achieving certain level of proficiency at the current level.
  3. (3) Primarily summative assessment is used to assess the skills or concepts developed at each level.Correct answer
  4. (4) Explicit and measurable learning outcomes are defined which are the pathways for competency acquisition.

Solution.

CBSE answer: (3)

Answer: (3) Primarily summative assessment is used at each level

  1. At the foundational stage, NEP 2020 and NCF-FS 2022 stress continuous, formative assessment.
  2. The teacher observes children during play and activity and supports them as they learn.
  3. Relying mainly on summative tests at every level goes against this, so it is least appropriate.
  4. Options (1), (2) and (4) describe real-life activities, mastery-based progress and clear outcomes, which fit the stage.