EXAM LEAKAGE
Mallikarjun Kharge raises NEET, Manipur, Agniveer in Rajya Sabha
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the BJP-led government during the Rajya Sabha discussion on the President's address, highlighting issues like exam paper leaks, train accidents, terror attacks, and currency depreciation. He expressed concern over the NEET paper leak affecting 30 lakh students and called for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation. Kharge also raised issues related to Manipur, statue relocation, Agnipath scheme, 'one rank, one pension', and PM Modi's rhetoric on minorities and Pakistan.
NDA's third term marred with paper leaks, terror attacks, train accident, airport canopy collapse: Mallikarjun Kharge
Listing out many recent incidents, Kharge pointed out that there have been exam paper leaks, cancellation of many examinations, train accident, three terror attacks in Jammu & Kashmir, leakages in Ram temple, collapse of canopy at three airports, increase in toll taxes and depreciation of rupee.
Pen'n'paper just won't pass
NTA conducted Joint Entrance Exams (Main) 2024 in two sessions - January and April - totalling over 1.4 mn distinct students via 500-plus exam centres across more than 300 cities in India and abroad. Paper 1 for BTech/ BE admissions in 13 languages was fully CBT, spread over 10 shifts in 5 days. The mega operations were conducted almost free of online glitches, although there were some past issues concerning impersonation due to ambiguities in Aadhaar-based authentication.
Experts weigh in with 'infra for online exams', UPSC model
Experts suggest building an online infrastructure and examining the model of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for conducting prelims and mains examinations. They suggest using artificial intelligence and question banks to reduce the chances of leakage. Former UPSC chairman Deepak Gupta emphasized the importance of assessing medical fraternity members who focus on multiple choice questions.
NEET exams: Errors limited to specific region, says Minister; Govt to form high level-committee
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan forms high-level committee to improve NTA transparency. Ministry of Education cancels UGC-NET, hands NEET(UG) irregularities to CBI. Supreme Court seeks responses on NEET-UG 2024 cancellation and probe into alleged irregularities.
"When will NEET be cancelled?": Congress urges PM Modi to "take responsibility" for stopping paper leak
Indian National Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in a post on X referred to the cancellation of the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) as a "victory of spirit" of millions of students.
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KTR writes open letter to NDA government on NEET exam fiasco
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) has criticised the handling of the NEET exam, stating that confusion has shattered students' hopes of seeing their children become doctors. KTR criticized the central government for its inaction despite reports of NEET question papers being sold in Bihar for up to Rs 30 lakhs each, with several arrests already made. He demanded a thorough investigation into the matter and strict action against those found responsible.
Plea in SC seeks scrapping of NEET-UG exam, court-monitored CBI probe
A plea filed in the Supreme Court by 20 students sought the scrapping of NEET-UG 2024 exam due to alleged irregularities and a CBI-monitored probe. The petition also requested a retest by NTA, citing confirmed question paper leaks and suspiciously high scores. The plea urged for an investigation by CBI or an independent agency to uphold fairness and transparency in the medical entrance exam process.
Congress demands SC-monitored probe into NEET exam 'irregularities'
The Indian Congress has demanded a high-level investigation under the supervision of the Supreme Court into "irregularities" in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for medical courses and accused the BJP of cheating youngsters and playing with their futures. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge said paper leaks, rigging, and corruption have become an integral part of many examinations, including the NEET.
UP Police Paper Leak Case: STF arrests another accused in Noida; UPPSC announces new steps to stop exam leaks
In a major development, the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) arrested Rajeev Nayan Mishra, linking him to the recent police constable exam paper leak in Noida. Mishra's involvement included facilitating access to question papers stored in an Ahmedabad warehouse and distributing them to aspirants. Despite his arrest, key culprits remain at large. Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission is implementing changes to exam procedures following the leakage incident.
CBI chargesheets 88 in 2022 HP Police Constable recruitment examination paper leak
It alleged that multiple organised gangs in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi and Haryana were allegedly part of the conspiracy as were several individuals running coaching institutes in Nalanda (Bihar), Kangra (HP), Rohtak (Haryana), Delhi and Jammu.
UP board paper leak: State education secy denies rumours, says it was shared on Whatsapp after exam ended
Uttar Pradesh Education Secretary denies board paper leak. Leaked papers sent on WhatsApp to All Principles Agra group after exam. UP Board denies allegations. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticizes BJP for hollowing out education system. Police complaint lodged. Frequent paper leaks in job exams questioned.
Bill in Lok Sabha to check paper leaks, use of unfair means in govt recruitment exams
The Centre introduces Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, to check malpractices in government recruitment exams. Offences include leakage of question paper, assisting candidates, tampering with computer systems, creating fake websites, and manipulating seating arrangements. The bill imposes a minimum jail term of three years and a fine up to Rs 1 crore. Service providers engaged in conducting examinations can also be fined and barred from future responsibilities.
Assam: Examination Bill tabled in Assembly
According to the bill tabled in assembly on Monday, the Assam Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2024 is proposed to provide effective measures to prevent and curb the offences of leakage of question papers and use of unfair means at public examinations for the purpose of recruitment to any post under the State Government including autonomous bodies, authorities, boards or corporations, and to provide for Special Courts for the trial of such offences and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
NTA denies allegation of History paper leak for UGC-NET October 10 exam
The NTA in a statement said, "A fake Tweet and YouTube video is circulating on Social Media regarding leakage of History (06) paper Shift --II, UGC-NET December 2021 and June 2022 (Merged Cycles) conducted on October 10, 2022."
It's testing times as Assam suspends mobile internet during exams in 25 districts
An order issued by the state's home and political department invoked section 5(2) of the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, with the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Service (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rule, 2017, to suspend mobile internet services from 10 am to 12 pm and from 2pm to 4 pm on August 21 and 28. However, broadband-based services would remain functional through the period, it said.
Army cancels recruitment exam after paper leak
"The Indian Army has zero tolerance towards corrupt practices in the recruitment process for selection of suitable candidates," an official said.
SC for panel having Nandan Nilekani to suggest reforms for holding competitive exams
The examination papers of the SSC CGL 2017 were allegedly leaked, leading to huge protests from job seekers for several days.
UPSSSC to have two sets of question papers to curb leakage
In the past, leakages of question papers of various examinations were reported from the most populous state of the country, earning it a bad name and giving a tough time to both the job aspirants and police.
Government hiring gets tech boost: CAT-like recruitment for railway jobs
The govt will now adopt a tech solution in recruitment to prevent malpractices like paper leaks.
NTA to conduct JEE, NEET twice a year, exams to be online-based: Prakash Javadekar
NET, a qualifying test for admission in higher educational institutions in the country, would be the first exam to be conducted by the newly formed body.
Decision not to conduct class 10 maths re-exam based on trend analysis: CBSE to HC
The court asked the counsel for the student as to what was the difficulty and anxiety about the maths exam and why he was insisting on a fresh exam.
CBSE exam paper leak: Students protest, say their worst nightmare has come true
Students across the country are terribly upset with the news that the CBSE has ordered the re-examination of the Class XII economics and Class X maths papers.
CBSE exams: Frequently asked questions and the answers
How are question papers for the CBSE board exams set? That and more is answered in our Q-and-A explainer.
CBSE received handwritten notes containing answers of Economics paper
On Monday, panic had gripped students of Class 12 following claims on social media that the economics paper had been leaked even though the CBSE denied there was any slip up.
Probe on CBSE leaks underway; new system from Monday
The government plans to utilise technological tools to develop a "foolproof" system that will ensure such leaks don't take place in future.
CBSE paper leak: Board announces re-exam; HRD initiates probe
Dates for the same shall be put up on the CBSE website within a week, the board said in a statement.
NEET 2017 exam not to be nullified: Supreme Court
The petitioners argued that the all-India ranking was given in the NEET exam which postulates that every candidate should get the same question paper.
300 girl students taken ill due to chemical leakage in Delhi
Manish Sisodia tweeted, "110 students were taken to nearby hospitals who complained of eye and neck irritation besides dizziness after the gas leaked at a nearby container depot".
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