After the NEET paper leak, ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ protests and Gen-Z uproar, the central government has come on alert mode. The Modi Cabinet has approved a bill to prevent incidents of paper leaks in examinations, which is expected to be introduced in Parliament soon. Meanwhile, there are reports that the Education Ministry may make an important announcement tonight (July 24) regarding major changes in the National Testing Agency (NTA).
What is the government’s plan?
According to sources, the Education Ministry can make a big announcement regarding reforms in NTA at 8 pm tonight. It is expected that this announcement will include several important steps to reorient the agency. Sources say that the ministry hopes that these reforms will have a positive impact on the ongoing student protests in Delhi.
Bill with strict punishment approved
It is noteworthy that in response to the protests taking place across the country regarding the NEET paper leak, the Central Government had called a cabinet meeting, in which a bill providing for strict punishment for such crimes was approved. This bill has a provision of 10 years of jail and a fine of up to ₹ 10 crore for those who leak examination papers. It is expected that this bill will be presented in Parliament this week.
What is the full story?
Following the news of NEET paper leak, ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ launched a protest at Jantar Mantar, which received support from renowned educationist Sonam Wangchuk. Wangchuk began a hunger strike and Gen-Z youth across the country took to the streets in support of him. Subsequently, the government agreed to accept the demands of Sonam Wangchuk and the ‘Cockroach Janata Party’, due to which Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after 26 days.
