The Union Cabinet has approved a draft bill proposing stricter punishment for those involved in examination paper leaks, following an announcement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed at strengthening the integrity of public examinations.
According to official sources, the proposed legislation seeks to amend The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. The bill recommends a minimum punishment of five years' imprisonment for individuals found guilty of paper leaks, along with the provision for monetary penalties.
The draft bill also proposes a fine of up to ₹10 crore for those involved in organised paper leak activities. The move is intended to strengthen the legal framework against examination malpractices and ensure greater transparency and fairness in the country's public examination system.
