CJP protest: What is Public Examinations Act? 10-year jail, ₹10 crore fine — bill to amend anti-cheating law explained
The Indian Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a draft bill to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, aimed at combating cheating in public exams. The proposed changes include penalties of up to ten years in prison and fines reaching ₹10 crore for organized paper leaks, alongside expedited investigations through fast-track courts. The amendment is expected to be presented in Parliament on July 27, enhancing the integrity of competitive examinations like NEET and UPSC.