PM Modi Promises Strict Action Against Paper Leaks Amid Protests
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Governance
Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 23 promised stricter action against paper leaks, responding to protests by the Confederation of Junior Pharmacists (CJP). The issue has sparked public outrage over examination integrity.
Background
Paper leaks have been a recurring problem in India, affecting competitive exams like NEET, UGC NET, and state-level tests. Recent leaks led to exam cancellations and student protests, prompting government intervention.
Key facts
PM Modi announced stricter actions against paper leaks on July 23.
The promise came amid protests by the Confederation of Junior Pharmacists (CJP).
Paper leaks have affected exams like NEET, UGC NET, and state recruitment tests.
The government has formed a high-level committee to suggest reforms in exam systems.
Strict laws like the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 have been enacted.
Prelims pointers
- Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024
- Confederation of Junior Pharmacists (CJP)
- NEET, UGC NET exams
- High-level committee on exam reforms
Mains angles
- GS2: Governance - Issues of transparency and accountability in public examinations.
- GS2: Polity - Role of government in ensuring fair recruitment processes.
- GS3: Security - Challenges of organized crime in exam malpractices.