On Friday, the Union Cabinet approved a draft Bill to combat exam
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Why in news
The Union Cabinet approved a draft Bill to criminalize exam paper leaks, proposing severe penalties and fast-track judicial mechanisms following public outcry over the NEET paper leak.
Background
The proposed Bill mandates a maximum jail term of 10 years and a fine of up to Rs 10 crore for offenders. It introduces a statutory requirement for fast-track courts to complete investigations and trials within a five-month timeline.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillThe draft Bill proposes a maximum imprisonment of 10 years for exam paper leaks.
- FactThe proposed maximum fine for exam-related malpractices is Rs 10 crore.
- BodyThe Bill mandates the establishment of fast-track courts with statutory backing.
- FactThe proposed timeline for investigation and trial under the new Bill is five months.
For Mains
Q. Critically examine the legislative measures proposed to curb examination malpractices and discuss the necessity of fast-track judicial mechanisms in ensuring the integrity of public examinations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Judicial bottleneck: Current delays in ordinary courts hinder timely prosecution of organized crime syndicates involved in paper leaks.
- Institutional accountability: Need for standardized security protocols across diverse state and central examination boards.
- Regulatory friction: Balancing stringent punitive measures with the procedural rights of the accused under the criminal justice system.
Keywords: Institutional integrity · Fast-track justice · Organized crime · Legislative oversight · Examination malpractices
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