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Punishment, prevention and public trust: What new ‘Examination Bill’ attempts to change
New Delhi, July 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Lok Sabha on Tuesday began deliberations on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, amid renewed concerns over examination paper leaks and their impact on students and young aspirants. The proposed legislation is part of the government’s broader response to demands for stronger action against those involved in examination fraud. The government has presented the amendment as a key reform aimed at strengthening accountability and preventing large-scale malpractice in competitive examinations. The Bill seeks to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, by increasing prison terms, raising financial penalties, and introducing strict timelines for investigations and trials.