In a major step toward inclusive examinations, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has informed the Supreme Court that it has “in-principle” decided to introduce screen reader software for visually impaired candidates in its examinations, including the Civil Services Exam.

The Commission said it is working to ensure the feasibility, infrastructure, and secure testing environment needed for such a system, after which visually impaired candidates will be able to use screen readers during UPSC exams.

The disclosure was made in an additional affidavit filed before a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta, during the hearing of a petition filed by Mission Accessibility , represented by advocate Sanchita Ain. The petition raises concerns about the lack of proper opportunities

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