This document discusses assessment in education. It defines assessment and explains that it is important for evaluating student growth, providing feedback to teachers and students, making comparisons, and gathering accurate information. It describes upper primary stage assessments conducted during teaching, which allow teachers to provide immediate feedback and better track student progress. Assessment tools for upper classes include exams, oral presentations, portfolios, and rubrics. The document outlines reforms to exams and assessments under the National Education Policy 2020, including competency-based and formative assessments. It also discusses the role of the National Assessment Centre in setting standards and guidelines for student evaluation in India. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation is described as an important method for improving student performance through regular testing and evaluations.