On Friday, the Union Cabinet approved a draft Bill to combat exam
On Friday, the Union Cabinet approved a draft Bill to combat exam paper leaks, proposing jail terms up to 10 years and fines up to Rs 10 crore. The Bill also mandates fast-track courts with statutory backing and a five-month timeline for investigation and trial. Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked citizens for their positive responses in an Instagram post after announcing these measures the previous day, following protests over the NEET paper leak. The amendments aim to address organized crime and malpractices in public exams conducted by various boards.
24 JUL 2026
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The Union Cabinet approved a draft Bill to combat exam paper leaks, proposing significant penalties and expedited legal processes.
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