2. A more comprehensive 2019 gaokao

The exam should test all-around qualities such as morality, and reduce testing of knowledge by rote, aiming to facilitate students' key abilities and core qualities in teaching and examination, the Ministry of Education said in April.

Universities are expected to add a physical exam for independent enrollment, in the hope students would attach more importance to physical training.

Any behavior violating regulations or laws in the exam will receive severe punishment.