Government Introduces Bill to Combat Exam Malpractices Amid Protests

The central government has introduced the 'Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026' in the Lok Sabha to combat exam malpractices. This move comes amid protests led by opposition leaders against alleged police brutality towards students involved in the NEET paper leak demonstrations. The Lok Sabha session faced disruptions, leading to its suspension, as members demanded accountability from Home Minister Amit Shah. Speaker Om Birla acknowledged the achievements of Indian athletes but faced challenges in conducting the question hour due to the uproar. Stay informed about the latest developments in national politics and significant news.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 27, 2026, 12:47 IST

Introduction of the Bill

On Monday, the central government presented the 'Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026' in the Lok Sabha. This legislation aims to enhance the legal framework against paper leaks and other forms of malpractice in public examinations.

Opposition Protests

Simultaneously, opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, staged a protest in the Parliament complex against alleged police brutality towards students demonstrating over the NEET paper leak issue. They demanded an apology from Home Minister Amit Shah. Several MPs participated in the protest, holding placards and a large banner at the steps of the Makar Dwar in Parliament, chanting slogans and seeking accountability from the Home Minister regarding the alleged police excesses against the protesting students.

Parliament Proceedings Suspended

Due to the continuous uproar and shouting from opposition members, both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings were suspended until 2 PM on Monday. Earlier, the Lok Sabha session was adjourned shortly after it began, at noon, due to disruptions caused by Congress and other opposition party members, resulting in no question hour taking place. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla warned the protesting members that action would be taken against those attempting to undermine the decorum and traditions of the house.

Recognition of Athletes

As the session commenced, Speaker Birla acknowledged the achievements of Indian athletes, including weightlifter Mirabai Chanu, who won a gold medal at the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. However, as he attempted to initiate the question hour, members from Congress and other opposition parties surged forward, chanting slogans and demanding a response from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the police actions during the student protests in Delhi. Birla reiterated that only members could pose questions to the government during the question hour, and no other issues would be entertained.

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