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Prasad proposes last-minute encrypted question papers to curb exam leaks
Prasad proposes last-minute encrypted question papers to curb exam leaks
Rajya Sabha MP V Vijayendra Prasad has proposed generating examination papers minutes before tests begin, using large computerised question banks. He said experts could check the balance of difficulty and question types…
The Story in Brief
Rajya Sabha MP V Vijayendra Prasad has proposed generating examination papers minutes before tests begin, using large computerised question banks. He said experts could check the balance of difficulty and question types before the paper is encrypted and sent to centres. Multiple officials would unlock it shortly before the scheduled start.
The proposal follows allegations of irregularities in NEET. Times Now, citing CBI investigation details, reports that leaked NEET 2026 questions matched the official paper and that teachers allegedly recruited candidates, shared questions and collected money. The report says the CBI filed its first chargesheet against 13 arrested accused. These remain allegations under investigation.
The Indian Opinion
The lazy claim that technology alone can end paper leaks misses the human chain around question-setting, printing and access. The opposite claim, that every examination system is irredeemably corrupt, is just as careless. Last-minute generation may reduce exposure, but it must also protect accessibility, server reliability and fair difficulty. The practical test is whether an independently audited system can prevent a verified match between leaked material and the final paper.
Sources (2): hindustantimes.com, timesnownews.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
