The Lok Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, on 30 July 2026, to strengthen action against paper leaks and examination malpractices.
The amendment proposes imprisonment of up to 10 years, fines up to ₹10 crore, and seizure of convicted offenders’ properties. It also requires every State and Union Territory to establish Special Fast Track Courts for day-to-day trials of paper leak cases. Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh said the amendment aims to make the law more stringent and ensure speedy justice.
