Uttar Pradesh Introduces Life Imprisonment for Exam Cheaters

The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved an ordinance to curb exam malpractices, introducing harsh penalties including life imprisonment and fines up to Rs 1 crore. This decision follows a series of exam question paper leaks in the state.

The Uttar Pradesh government has taken a significant step to address the issue of exam malpractices. On Tuesday, the state cabinet cleared an ordinance designed to prevent question paper leaks and the use of unauthorised means during exams, introducing punishment ranging from two years to life imprisonment, with fines up to Rs 1 crore.

This move follows recent incidents involving the paper leak in the police constable recruitment exam and the public service commission test for review officers and assistant review officers. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presided over the state cabinet meeting where the ordinance was approved. Finance Minister Suresh Khanna detailed the ordinance's provisions during a press conference.

The ordinance applies to exams conducted by the state public service commission, Subordinate Service Selection Board, Uttar Pradesh Board, and various universities and institutions. It also includes recruitment exams and entrance exams for degrees, diplomas, or educational certificates. The ordinance categorizes distributing fake question papers and creating fake employment websites as punishable offenses. Offenders may face confiscation of property, permanent blacklisting, and financial recovery from those causing exam disruptions.

(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)