Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has been conducting Class X SSLC examinations for over 43 years. Over 8 lakh students appeared for the Class X SSLC examinations conducted by the Karnataka State Board in March-April this year (2009). Apart from conducting the SSLC Examination, the Karnataka State Board conducts other exams as well and carries out additional responsibilities such as improving the evaluation system etc.