Aizawl, January 28: The Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP) has called on the authorities to reconsider the decision to discontinue the publication of Top-10 rank holders in the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) and Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) examinations, arguing that the move could adversely affect academic motivation and healthy competition among students.
The issue was among the key matters discussed during the 649th Executive Committee Meeting of the MZP General Headquarters, held on Wednesday. The student body deliberated extensively on the state government's decision to stop publishing the names of Top-10 achievers from the 2026–2027 academic session onward.
According to MZP, the publication of merit rankings has traditionally served as a source of motivation for students, encouraging academic excellence and fostering a spirit of healthy competition. The organisation maintained that recognizing outstanding performers not only rewards hard work and dedication but also inspires other students to strive for higher academic achievement.
While urging the government and education authorities to review the decision, MZP suggested that educational reforms should focus on improving the quality and effectiveness of examinations rather than removing merit rankings. The organisation proposed that authorities examine question-setting methods, evaluation systems, and assessment patterns to ensure that examination results accurately reflect students’ abilities, knowledge, and academic performance.
The executive committee also discussed the Forest Conservation Amendment Act, 2023 (FCAA). After reviewing findings submitted by its study group, MZP expressed strong opposition to the legislation, claiming that certain provisions of the Act could have adverse implications for Mizoram and its indigenous communities.
The student organisation stated that the Act may pose risks to the state's land, forests, and traditional rights, and therefore urged the Mizoram Legislative Assembly to reconsider and withdraw its earlier approval of the legislation. MZP described the Act as potentially harmful to the long-term interests of the state and called for greater safeguards to protect local communities and natural resources.
Another major issue discussed during the meeting was the recent appointment of the Finance Officer at Mizoram University. MZP voiced concern over alleged procedural irregularities in the appointment process. The organisation stated that it found it difficult to accept that such lapses could occur within one of the state's premier educational institutions.
The student body stressed the importance of maintaining transparency, accountability, and adherence to established procedures in all appointments and administrative decisions within educational institutions. It resolved to take necessary steps to safeguard the credibility, reputation, and integrity of Mizoram University.
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MZP also appealed to all central institutions operating in Mizoram to ensure strict compliance with rules, regulations, and established procedures in their functioning. The organisation said that maintaining public confidence in educational and public institutions requires adherence to principles of fairness, transparency, and good governance.
Reaffirming its role as a student organisation committed to public welfare, MZP stated that it would continue to actively engage with issues affecting students, education, and the broader interests of Mizoram. The organisation emphasized that constructive dialogue and timely intervention remain essential in addressing policy matters that impact the future of students and society.
The resolutions adopted during the meeting reflect MZP’s continuing involvement in educational, environmental, and governance-related issues, underscoring its commitment to protecting students’ interests while contributing to broader public discourse in the state.
