Srinagar, June 8 -- The proposal of conducting a Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) for in-service teachers presents an unusual and thought-provoking situation. It raises a fundamental question: Who would be conducting the test and for whom? More importantly, it compels society to reflect upon the changing dynamics of authority, accountability and respect within the educational system. Traditionally, teachers have been the torchbearers of knowledge. They have nurtured generations of students, guided them through examinations, assessed their performance and determined their academic progression. Teachers have stood at the center of the educational process, shaping minds and building careers. However, the idea of subjecting experienced teacher...