- 14 Feb, 2024
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CBSE Issues Warning Against Rumours, Fake News Surrounding Class 10 And 12 Board Exams
CBSE Class 12 exams will be conducted from February 15 to April 2 while the Class 10 exams are set to take place from February 15 to March 13.
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a warning against rumours and fake information about the upcoming Class 10 and 12 board exams. The board has stated that elaborate arrangements have been made for the smooth and fair conduct of examinations.CBSE has reported rumours regarding paper leaks and counterfeit sample paper links being disseminated by various individuals and platforms.The board exams for both Classes 10 and 12 are scheduled to commence on February 15, 2024. The Class 12 exams will be conducted from February 15 to April 2 while the Class 10 exams are set to take place from February 15 to March 13. Expressing concern over the spread of rumours on social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Telegram, the board noted that unscrupulous individuals have been spreading false information about paper leaks and fake question papers, causing undue panic among students and parents. The CBSE notification highlighted that individuals are circulating fake links to sample papers and claiming that questions will be based on them. Moreover, they are also circulating fake pictures/videos of question papers and demanding money for access to these papers.
“These persons, groups, and agencies intend to fleece gullible students and parents as they demand money in return. Such irresponsible activities also create confusion and panic among students and the public,” the board stated. CBSE reaffirmed its commitment to combating the spread of fake news and rumours and is actively collaborating with law enforcement agencies to identify and take strict action against those responsible for spreading misinformation under various provisions of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the IT Act. CBSE warned that students found spreading fake news would face disciplinary action under ‘Unfair Means’ rules and relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Parents are urged to advise their children against believing or participating in activities that disrupt the smooth conduct of examinations CBSE urged students and their parents to remain vigilant and refrain from engaging with unverified news and rumours circulating during the examination period.