KKN Gurugram Desk | The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) is once again facing exam malpractice issues, with cases of paper leaks and cheating surfacing during ongoing board exams. After the Class 12 English paper was leaked in Nuh on Thursday, reports emerged on Friday about the Class 10 Mathematics paper being leaked as well.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the security of board exams, despite officials claiming strict measures to prevent cheating and paper leaks. In response, special flying squads have been deployed across examination centers to curb malpractices.
Class 10 Math Paper Leak in Nuh, Multiple Students Caught Cheating
The latest case of a paper leak was reported from Rajkiya Varishth Madhyamik Vidyalaya, Punhana, in Nuh district. Authorities received information about the Class 10 Mathematics paper being leaked before the exam. Upon receiving the alert, the State Task Force (STF) from the Faridabad control room and the examination flying squad reached the location to investigate.
✅ Two students were identified as suspects and action was taken against them.
✅ The examination center superintendent was instructed to file a police complaint against the accused students.
✅ Mamta Rani, a supervisor from AMU Public School Bichhor, was removed from examination duty for negligence.
The incident has raised serious concerns over the credibility of the Haryana Board exams, especially since it occurred just a day after the Class 12 English paper leak in Nuh.
Class 12 English Paper Leak: Two Teachers Arrested in Nuh
A day before the Mathematics paper leak, the Class 12 English board exam paper was leaked in Nuh. Haryana Police have arrested two teachers from a government school in Tapkan in connection with the case.
✅ The accused teachers were identified as Shaukat Ali and Rukmuddin, both working at Rajkiya Prathmik Vidyalaya, Rithora.
✅ Three students were also taken into custody for their involvement in the leak.
✅ A WhatsApp group was used to circulate the leaked paper, and authorities are investigating the source of the leak.
Despite the Haryana Board’s strict security measures, the paper was leaked within minutes of the exam’s commencement.
Authorities Intensify Efforts to Prevent Cheating and Paper Leaks
The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) has reaffirmed its commitment to preventing cheating and paper leaks. Board Secretary Ajay Chopra has stated that the administration is taking strict action against those involved in malpractice.
To curb such incidents, the board has deployed flying squads and vigilance teams to monitor examination centers.
✅ Surprise inspections are being conducted across examination centers.
✅ Strict actions are being taken against those involved in cheating or leaking papers.
✅ Examination officials found guilty of negligence are being suspended or removed from duty.
More Cases of Cheating Reported in Palwal and Gurugram
Apart from paper leaks, several cheating cases were reported from Palwal and Gurugram.
Palwal: Seven Students Caught Cheating
In Palwal district, seven students were caught cheating during the Class 10 Mathematics exam.
- Deputy Commissioner Dr. Harish Kumar Vashisth confirmed that the students were caught red-handed with cheating materials.
- Flying squads conducted surprise inspections to prevent further malpractice.
Gurugram: Three Students Caught Using Cheating Materials
In Gurugram district, three students were found cheating in the Class 10 Mathematics exam at a government school in Ghaghol village.
- As soon as the flying squad arrived, students started throwing away their cheating materials.
- However, the examination team managed to catch three students and took disciplinary action.
- Previously, two students were caught cheating in the Class 12 English paper in the same district.
These incidents highlight the growing issue of exam malpractice in Haryana Board exams and the need for stricter monitoring.
What Measures Can Be Taken to Prevent Paper Leaks?
The Haryana education board is under pressure to strengthen security to ensure a fair examination process. Here are some key steps that can be taken to prevent future leaks and cheating cases:
1. Digital Surveillance at Examination Centers
- CCTV cameras should be installed at all examination centers.
- Strict monitoring of students, invigilators, and examination staff is needed.
2. Sealed Question Papers with GPS Tracking
- Examination papers should be digitally encrypted and sent securely to centers.
- GPS tracking should be used for paper transportation to avoid leaks.
3. Biometric Verification for Students and Staff
- Schools should verify student identities through biometric authentication.
- Examiners and invigilators should undergo background checks before being assigned duties.
4. Strict Punishment for Offenders
- Teachers or officials involved in leaks should face criminal charges.
- Students caught cheating should be disqualified from the exam.
5. Artificial Intelligence-Based Monitoring
- AI-based software should be used to monitor unusual activity in online exam discussions.
- WhatsApp groups and social media should be tracked for potential leaks.
Haryana Education Board’s Next Steps
The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) is under immense pressure after these back-to-back paper leaks. The board is expected to take severe actions against those responsible.
The education department and law enforcement agencies are investigating to identify the entire network behind these leaks.
The Haryana government must implement long-term reforms to improve examination security and regain public trust in the board exams.
The back-to-back leaks of Class 12 English and Class 10 Mathematics board exams have raised serious concerns about exam security in Haryana.
📌 The involvement of teachers in the paper leak is alarming and suggests the need for better supervision and background checks.
📌 Students caught cheating highlight the need for a stricter education policy that discourages malpractice.
📌 The Haryana Board must enhance security measures and use technology-driven solutions to prevent such incidents in the future.
The education system needs immediate reforms to ensure fair and credible board exams for students.
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