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A dedicated framework for fast-track trials.

Covered pending cases are to be transferred to Special Fast Track Courts, with trials to be completed within 3 months from receipt. States/UTs are also to appoint one or more Special Public Prosecutors for every Special Fast Track Court under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act 2026.

#ExamReform #GoodGovernance #DoPT

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Day-to-day trials. A time-bound framework for speedy justice.

Special Fast Track Courts are to conduct trials on a day-to-day basis and complete trials within 3 months from the date of filing of the charge sheet under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act 2026

#PublicExaminationsAmendmentAct2026 #ExamReform #GoodGovernance #DoPT

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Time-bound investigation. Provision for Special Task Force investigation.

The strengthened framework under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act 2026 provides for investigation of offences within 2 months and empowers the Central Government to refer investigation to a Special Task Force constituted for this purpose.

#PublicExaminationsAmendmentAct2026 #ExamIntegrity #GoodGovernance #DoPT

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The BRICS ACWG side event will bring together experiences on:

🔹 Digital and transparent public procurement
🔹 Citizen participation and grievance redressal
🔹 Technology-enabled institutional accountability

📅 5 August 2026
📍 Hyderabad, India

Participants
• Delegations from BRICS Member Countries
• Anti-corruption agencies
• Law enforcement experts
• Asset recovery practitioners
• Senior Government officials

#BRICSIndia2026 #EthicalGovernance #DigitalGovernance #PublicProcurement #CitizenEngagement

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Stronger punishment for unfair means in public examinations.

The enhanced provisions under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act 2026 provide tougher punishment for persons committing offences, higher penalties and longer debarment for service providers, and stronger punishment for managerial personnel and organised crime.

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Stringent provisions against unfair means in public examinations.

All offences under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act are cognizable, non-bailable and non-compoundable.

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The forthcoming BRICS ACWG deliberations will focus on practical cooperation for:

Tracing fugitive offenders • Supporting extradition • Informal information exchange • Asset recovery

2nd Meeting of the BRICS Expert Network on Asset Recovery: aimed at strengthening direct communication and international cooperation among competent authorities.

#BRICSIndia2026 #AssetRecovery #InternationalCooperation #AntiCorruption #ACWG

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The Act does not envisage penal action against bona fide candidates.

A candidate appearing for an examination in a bona fide manner—or submitting a bona fide report regarding unfair means—does not face penal action under the Act, unless found involved in “unfair means” relating to the conduct of a public examination.

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What constitutes “unfair means” in a public examination?

The Act covers practices including question paper/answer key leaks, unauthorised assistance, tampering with answer sheets or computer systems, manipulation to facilitate unfair means, fake websites, fake exams and fake admit cards or offer letters.

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Who and what are covered under the Act?

The law covers persons/groups, service providers, senior managerial personnel of service providers, institutions and public servants. It applies to examinations conducted by UPSC, SSC, RRB, IBPS, NTA and other specified authorities.

All types of examinations including pen-and-paper, OMR and computer-based exams are covered.

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Fairness. Transparency. Credibility.

The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act was enacted in 2024 with the objective of strengthening the credibility of the public examinations system and reassure the youth that their sincere and genuine efforts will be fairly rewarded.

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BRICS members will convene in Hyderabad for the 2nd Anti-Corruption Working Group Meeting to advance practical cooperation, exchange national experiences and strengthen collective action against corruption.

📅 4–5 August 2026
📍 Hotel Taj Krishna, Hyderabad

#BRICSIndia2026 #BRICSACWG #AntiCorruption #InternationalCooperation #Integrity

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BRICS members will come together in Hyderabad to advance cooperation against corruption.

Deliberations on fugitive offenders, asset recovery and Ethical Governance Through Innovation and Tech-Driven Systems.

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#BRICSIndia2026 #EthicalGovernance #DigitalGovernance #AssetRecovery #AntiCorruption

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The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026 provides for enhanced punishments and a time-bound framework for investigation, trials and appeals.

#PublicExaminationsAmendmentAct2026 #YouthEmpowerment #YouthFirst #ExamReform #DoPT

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The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026 strengthens the legal framework through enhanced punishments, time-bound investigation, provision for Special Task Force investigation, day-to-day trials before Special Fast Track Courts, Special Public Prosecutors, and appeals to the High Court.

#PublicExaminationsAmendmentAct2026 #YouthEmpowerment #YouthFirst #ExamReform #DoPT

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Time-bound investigation. Special Fast Track Courts. Time-bound appeals.

The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026 provides for investigation of offences within two months, designation of Special Fast Track Courts, appointment of Special Public Prosecutors, and appeals from judgments, sentences or orders of Special Fast Track Courts to the High Court.

#PublicExaminationsAmendmentAct2026 #YouthEmpowerment #YouthFirst #ExamReform #DoPT

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Stronger punishment for examination-related offences.

The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026 enhances punishment for offences under the Act, strengthens penalties for service providers and their managerial personnel, and provides for stronger punishment for organised crime.

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