PM Modi Forms Task Force Led by Nandan Nilekani for Exam Reforms Amid NEET Row
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Governance
Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a high-powered task force led by Nandan Nilekani to recommend reforms in India's examination system. This move comes amid the ongoing NEET controversy, highlighting the government's focus on transparency and technology-driven education.
Background
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) has been marred by allegations of irregularities, including paper leaks and malpractices, leading to widespread protests and demands for reform. The government has been under pressure to ensure fair and transparent conduct of high-stakes examinations.
Key facts
PM Modi announced a high-powered task force led by Nandan Nilekani to recommend reforms in India's examination system.
The task force aims to create a transparent, technology-driven education system.
The government is working on stricter laws to prevent irregularities in examinations.
The announcement comes amid the NEET row, with allegations of paper leaks and malpractices.
Nandan Nilekani is the co-founder of Infosys and former chairman of UIDAI (Aadhaar).
Prelims pointers
- Nandan Nilekani: Co-founder of Infosys, former chairman of UIDAI (Aadhaar).
- NEET: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for medical admissions.
- Task Force: High-powered committee to recommend exam reforms.
Mains angles
- GS2: Government policies and interventions for transparency in education.
- GS2: Role of technology in improving governance and reducing corruption.
- GS3: Issues related to examination reforms and malpractices.