KKN Gurugram Desk | The Bihar Intermediate Examination 2025 is underway, and strict security measures have been implemented to prevent malpractice and impersonation. On Friday morning, during the first shift, the Chemistry exam was conducted at multiple centers, including the Shrimati Girija Kunwar High School in Masaurhi.

However, at this particular examination center, an unusual step was taken – all female candidates were asked to state their parents’ names before being allowed inside. This additional verification process was introduced to ensure that only the registered students appeared for the exam.

Strict Verification Process for Female Candidates

At Shrimati Girija Kunwar High School, officials checked each student thoroughly before permitting them inside. Along with their admit card and photo verification, they were asked to confirm their father’s and mother’s names. This measure was implemented as an extra layer of security after an incident of impersonation was detected on Thursday.

Reports indicate that on Thursday, an impersonator appeared for an exam on behalf of a candidate and successfully completed the test before authorities could intervene. Learning from this, examination officials and police officers deployed at the center decided to tighten security protocols for the following day.

Why Was This Step Taken?

Instances of proxy candidates appearing in board exams have been a long-standing issue in Bihar. The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has been making efforts to curb cheating and impersonation through strict identity verification and surveillance measures.

On Friday morning, as part of this heightened security, all girls appearing for the Chemistry exam were required to state their parents’ names and undergo a photo identity check before entering the premises.

Tight Security and Intensive Checking at the Exam Center

To maintain the integrity of the examination, a team of magistrates, police officers, and invigilators was stationed at the main entrance of the exam center. Every student was questioned before being permitted to enter.

Apart from verifying parents’ names, additional measures such as:

• Matching students’ photographs with the admit card
• Checking their identification documents
• Inspecting students for any unauthorized materials

were enforced. These stringent checks ensured that only legitimate candidates could sit for the exam.

Authorities Take Action After Proxy Candidate Incident

On Thursday, officials discovered that a student had sent a proxy to take the examination on their behalf. However, by the time authorities received this information, the impersonator had already left the premises.

To prevent a repeat of this incident, examination center officials decided to strengthen the verification process on Friday. Police officers and magistrates were given strict instructions to question every candidate rigorously before allowing entry.

Past Incidents of Exam Malpractices in Bihar

Bihar has a history of cheating scandals in board exams. Over the years, authorities have implemented CCTV surveillance, biometric verification, and strict invigilation to combat cheating and proxy candidates.

Some previous cases of exam malpractices in Bihar include:

1. 2016 Toppers Scam: Several students, including a fake topper, were caught after failing to answer basic questions in an interview.
2. Mass Cheating Cases: In the past, images of students receiving help from outsiders climbing school walls went viral.
3. Fake Candidates: Many instances have surfaced where students hired others to appear in their place.

How Bihar Board is Strengthening Exam Security

In recent years, the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has implemented multiple security measures to prevent cheating and impersonation. These include:

• Mandatory Aadhaar-based registration for board candidates.
• CCTV cameras in examination halls to monitor activities.
• Deployment of magistrates and police officers at centers.
• Use of barcoded answer sheets to prevent duplication.

The latest measure of asking students for their parents’ names appears to be an additional step taken to verify student identities more effectively.

Student Reactions to the Verification Process

Many students expressed surprise at being asked about their parents’ names before entering the exam hall. Some felt it was unexpected, while others appreciated the effort to ensure fairness.

A student appearing for the Chemistry exam said, “It was a little unexpected to be asked about my parents, but I understand it’s for security reasons.”

Another student shared, “The verification was strict, but it makes sense after hearing about the cheating incident yesterday.”

What This Means for Future Bihar Board Exams

With the Bihar Intermediate Exam 2025 still ongoing, it is expected that similar security measures will be implemented at other centers. The BSEB and local administration will likely continue to enforce strict verification processes to prevent any malpractices.

The incident at Shrimati Girija Kunwar High School highlights the authorities’ proactive approach in maintaining exam integrity. If this step proves effective, similar verification procedures may become standard practice in future Bihar board exams.

The Bihar Intermediate Examination 2025 has witnessed heightened security measures following a case of impersonation. At Shrimati Girija Kunwar High School, students were required to state their parents’ names before gaining entry, ensuring that only legitimate candidates appeared for the exam.

With Bihar’s long history of exam malpractices, the BSEB and law enforcement agencies are leaving no stone unturned to prevent fraud. The move to question students before entry signals stricter exam monitoring that could help enhance the credibility of Bihar’s education system in the future.