President Murmu signs amendment tightening penalties for exam paper leaks
President Droupadi Murmu has approved a bill that strengthens punishments for leaking examination papers, following its passage in Parliament.
The anti-paper leak amendment received presidential assent from Droupadi Murmu, finalising its enactment after a parliamentary vote. The new law introduces harsher penalties for anyone involved in exam-related cheating. Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a video on Instagram celebrating the completion of the legislative effort. The amendment aims to curb the growing problem of paper leaks in academic and competitive exams. Officials said the stricter regime will act as a deterrent.
Why it matters
Stricter penalties aim to protect the fairness of exams and reduce cheating nationwide.
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