The Lok Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment

Why in news

The Lok Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, to curb paper leaks and enhance transparency in public examinations.

Background

The bill proposes increasing jail terms for paper leaks to 10 years and imposing fines of up to Rs 10 crore. It targets both the agencies managing exams and their executives with penalties including debarment.

Facts for Prelims

• Act / BillPublic Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026
• FactMaximum jail term for paper leaks increased to 10 years
• FactMaximum fine for paper leak violations set at Rs 10 crore

For Mains

Q. Discuss the measures required to dismantle the paper leak ecosystem in India and ensure the integrity of public examinations.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• deterrence through stringent penalties
• technological interventions in exam management
• accountability of examination bodies

Keywords: transparency · integrity · deterrence · accountability · regulatory framework

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