New Paper Leak Bill: Fast-Track Courts, Stricter Punishment
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Polity
Why in news
A bill to amend the existing anti-paper leak law, proposing fast-track courts in every state and enhanced punishments, is set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday. This move aims to curb the rising menace of question paper leaks in recruitment exams.
Background
The existing anti-paper leak law was enacted two years ago to address malpractices in public examinations. However, persistent paper leaks have necessitated stricter measures.
Key facts
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The bill seeks to amend the two-year-old anti-paper leak law.
It proposes setting up fast-track courts in every state for speedy trials.
Punishments for offenders will be enhanced under the new bill.
The bill is set for introduction in the Lok Sabha on Monday.
Prelims pointers
- Lok Sabha
- Fast-Track Courts
- Anti-Paper Leak Law
Mains angles
- GS2: Government policies and interventions for transparency in examinations.
- GS2: Role of fast-track courts in speedy justice delivery.
- GS3: Measures to prevent malpractices in public recruitment exams.