Desk Report, February 16, 2024: The High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) Exam 2024 in Cachar and Dhubri encountered a severe setback as the English subject question paper leaked within an hour of the exam commencement, rapidly circulating across various social media platforms.
Suspicions point to the Banskandi Nena Mia H.S School in Cachar and Joruarchar Public H.S. School of Dhubri as the likely sources of the leaked question paper, prompting crucial questions about the adequacy of security measures in place to preserve the confidentiality of exam materials.
Despite stringent security measures emphasized by authorities on the first day of the high school examination, the rapid dissemination of the leaked question paper highlights the inherent challenges in maintaining the integrity of the examination process, casting a shadow over the anticipated smooth and controversy-free proceedings.
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This incident rekindles concerns about the State Education Board of Assam (SEBA)’s effectiveness in ensuring the sanctity of the examination process, especially in light of previous question paper leaks. Once again, SEBA faces scrutiny, with doubts raised about its ability to prevent such breaches and uphold the trust of students and stakeholders.
As the HSLC Exam 2024 unfolds, the breach underscores the pressing need for a comprehensive review of security protocols to restore confidence in the examination system and address the recurring challenge of question paper leaks. Authorities must urgently address this issue to maintain the credibility and fairness of the ongoing examination process.