Govt issues advisory to citizens urging caution against ed-tech companies

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Government on Thursday issued an advisory to citizens regarding use of caution against ed-tech companies.

"Given the pervasive impact of technology in education, many ed-tech companies have started offering courses, tutorials, coaching for competitive exams, etc. in an online mode. In this background, the parents, students and all stakeholders in school education have to be careful while deciding on opting for online content and coaching being offered by a host of Ed-tech companies. The decision has to be well considered with several Do’s and Don’ts.

"Most importantly, the offer of free services that are promised by some companies has to