Amit Shah Congratulates Students After Lok Sabha Passes Public Examinations Amendment Bill

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday congratulated students across the country following the passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha.

Shah described the legislation as a safeguard for the dreams and aspirations of the country’s youth, stating that it contains stringent provisions imposing the toughest punishment on those who attempt to compromise the integrity of public examinations. He also said the Modi government would take strict action against anyone found attempting to jeopardise the future of students and would ensure that offenders face the full force of the law.

The legislation is aimed at protecting the integrity of India’s examination system by introducing stronger legal measures against examination malpractice. It prescribes severe penalties for individuals or organised groups involved in question paper leaks, the use of unfair means or other fraudulent activities during public examinations.

The government said the amendments will strengthen the existing legal framework, restore public confidence in the examination process and ensure that merit remains the sole basis for academic and professional opportunities.

The move comes against the backdrop of repeated concerns over examination paper leaks and cheating in recruitment and academic tests.

Education experts and student groups have long called for tougher laws, arguing that malpractice undermines honest candidates and weakens public trust in examination systems.

With the Lok Sabha passing the legislation, the bill has moved a step closer to becoming law, marking a significant step in the government’s efforts to promote fairness, transparency and credibility in public examinations.

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