A Portuguese court in Viseu has mandated the Ministry of Education to immediately publish the exam results of a 12th-grade student. The case arose after a portion of the student’s national exam disappeared, initially preventing the calculation of a final grade. The student reportedly received a failing grade based on the available assessed components. The Ministry had previously delayed releasing the grade, prompting legal action. The court’s decision underscores the importance of timely access to academic evaluations. This ruling sets a precedent regarding student rights and the Ministry's obligations in handling exam materials and grading procedures. The incident raises questions about exam security protocols within the national testing system.