Archive · 27 Jul 2026
NDA to introduce exam bill with young MPs
The Central government is introducing a new bill in Parliament to make exams fairer and more transparent.
This bill includes stricter rules and punishments for those who cheat or leak exam papers.
The government plans to have young MPs lead the discussion on this bill, and the debate is expected to last a long time.
The bill also includes setting up fast-track courts to deliver quick justice in exam-related cases.
Prime Minister Modi has also formed a task force led by Nandan Nilekani to suggest reforms for exams.
This comes after students protested against exam leaks, leading to the resignation of the Education Minister.
The Central government will introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in Parliament on Monday.
The NDA plans to field young MPs to lead the discussion on the bill, with an expected debate duration of 8-10 hours.
The bill aims to enhance transparency and integrity in the examination system with stricter legal provisions.
Key features include imprisonment up to 10 years, fines up to Rs 10 crore, confiscation of assets, and a mechanism for swift verdicts within three months.
The government has also established fast-track courts to deliver judgments within three months for exam-related offences.
- Who
- The Central government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the NDA alliance.
- What
- Introduction of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.
- When
- Monday, 2026.
- Where
- Parliament, New Delhi.
- Why
- To strengthen the legal framework against paper leaks and examination malpractices, ensuring transparency and fairness in public examinations.
Government's Perspective
Opposition's Perspective
Need for Stricter Penalties
Government's Perspective
The government believes stricter penalties are necessary to deter examination malpractices and ensure fairness.
Opposition's Perspective
The opposition argues that the focus should be on improving the examination system rather than imposing harsh penalties.
Fast-Track Courts
Government's Perspective
The government supports the establishment of fast-track courts to ensure swift justice in examination-related offences.
Opposition's Perspective
The opposition questions the effectiveness of fast-track courts and suggests alternative measures to address examination fraud.
- Bill Introduction
- Monday, 2026
- Expected Debate Duration
- 8-10 hours
- Key Features of the Bill
- Stringent penalties, including imprisonment up to 10 years, fines up to Rs 10 crore, confiscation of assets, and establishment of a mechanism for swift verdicts within three months.
- Union Minister
- Dr Jitendra Singh
- Prime Minister
- Narendra Modi
- Task Force on Exam Reforms
- Led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani
- Resigned Education Minister
- Dharmendra Pradhan