The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, took effect on June 21 to combat cheating in public exams and entrance tests across India. Prompted by controversies around NEET and UGC NET exams, the Act aims to enhance transparency and credibility. It prohibits disclosing exam information prematurely and unauthorized disruptions at exam centers. Violations can lead to 3-5 years imprisonment and fines up to Rs 10 lakh. The Act covers exams by bodies like UPSC, SSC, and NTA. NEET-UG 2024 results faced scrutiny, with 1563 candidates’ scores being canceled due to awarded grace marks, giving them an option to retake the exam on June 23.
Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 Enacted to Curb Cheating in Exams
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