Anti-paper leak bill clears Parliament; PM Modi says it will build a credible exam system
Parliament approved the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, to amend the anti-paper leak law.
The bill prescribes stricter punishments including minimum 5 years and maximum 10 years jail, and fines up to Rs 50 lakh for exam malpractices.
It empowers governments to establish special fast-track courts for cases of paper leaks and organised crimes related to exams.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated the bill builds a credible exam system and that gangs behind paper leaks will not be spared.
The bill was cleared by voice vote in Rajya Sabha amid an opposition walkout, and will become law after Presidential assent.
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