Exam & Marks : Evaluation of knowledge

CDAC's Unique Evaluation Process CDAC employs a very unique and standardized way to evaluate student performance. They conduct classes, lab sessions, and examinations at the end of each module. The first module completed was C++. They held a 40-mark practical examination, where we had to solve 2-3 problem statements by writing code, running it, and showing the expected output. We needed to upload our output, which they would then examine. 80% of students failed this exam due to its unique format. In our colleges, we were not used to such an evaluation method. I scored 8/40 and failed miserably. Although I wrote the code, it didn't run, and it was quite challenging to get it right. CDAC's evaluation scheme is based on a 40 + 40 + 20 structure: 40 marks for the module exam, 40 marks for the final exam, and 20 marks for internal evaluation, which includes attendance and overall understanding. Additionally, 40 marks are allocated for lab sessions. Initially, I didn't fully understand how the system worked, but my goal was clear. I aimed to pass the course with a first-class grade of 60%+ and focus on gaining knowledge rather than just marks.