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Centre amending Public Examinations Act for leaks
NDTV··24 Jul
The Centre is amending the Public Examinations Act 2024 with Cabinet approval expected Friday, sources said. Changes include fast-track courts, higher jail terms and fines. Current penalties are three to five years and Rs 10 lakh fines. The Bill is slated for Lok Sabha Monday. Prime Minister Modi addressed the issue in a midnight video on July 24.
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What It Means For You
- Tougher leak penalties may deter future examination malpractice.
- Fast-track courts could shorten wait times for leak case verdicts.
- Parliament debate may alter how competitive exams are governed.
What's Happening
- Centre is amending the Public Examinations Act 2024.
- Cabinet approval is expected Friday with Lok Sabha Bill Monday.
- PM Modi announced the move in a midnight video on July 24.
Leak Law Strengthening
- Current penalties are three to five years and Rs 10 lakh fines.
- Amendments include fast-track courts and higher punishments.
- Changes follow nationwide CJP protests over NEET paper leaks.
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