Lok Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill on February 7, 2024.
The bill applies to exams conducted by major institutions including the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Staff Selection Commission (SSC), and entrance tests like the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and Joint Entrance Examination (JEE).
The legislation prescribes penalties for various offenses related to unfair means in exams. Penalties range from imprisonment for six months to 10 years and fines ranging from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 crore.
