The government will pass the Public Examinations Bill without discussion if the Opposition refuses participation. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged political parties to hold consultations for the debate. The Bill aims to strengthen legal frameworks against examination fraud with tougher penalties. Opposition parties demand detailed scrutiny by a committee before immediate discussion. They also insist on a statement regarding alleged student assault during protests.

The Union Cabinet has cleared a bill proposing stricter punishments for examination paper leaks

Leaders from various parties said on Friday that their protests over student issues take precedence over allowing the passage of the bill. | India News

Govt to introduce a bill increasing penalties for exam paper leaks, proposing up to 10 years in prison and hefty fines.