Post leak, ‘encrypted’ papers
New Delhi, April 2
Facing flak over paper leaks, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday put in place a ‘leak-proof’ system of “encrypted” question papers, which are to be printed by schools. With just one dummy run, the system was implemented on Monday and it faced multiple glitches.
“In the light of the recent developments, the CBSE has devised a mechanism of providing encrypted question paper at the exam centres just before the commencement of examination,” the note read.
The instructions issued by the board to the centres include identifying a safe and secure room for installation of computers and printers and ensuring high-speed internet connection.
All computer teachers/staff are to report to the examination centre by 7:30 am on all exam days to handle downloading and printing of the encrypted question papers.
The schools have also been asked to arrange adequate A4 sheets — at least 10 pages per candidate. “On the exam day, the question paper will be available on the CBSE website. The same user ID and password as used for registration can be used. After downloading the zip file of the question paper, the centres have to use the password provided by the regional office minutes before and extract it,” the note reads.
The schools were to send details of the number of printers, computers installed and the name of the computer teacher in charge by 4 pm on Sunday. With limited time to understand and implement the robust “leak-proof” system, schools on Monday struggled and the exam was delayed at a few centres. However, students were compensated for the lost time.
Update on Class X exam: HC
The Delhi HC asked the CBSE about its plans, if any, to re-conduct the Class X maths test. It sought information by April 16 on possible re-exam as CBSE said it was still ascertaining the extent of the leak. — PTI
Pleas in SC tomorrow
- The SC will hear on Wednesday petitions challenging the CBSE March 28 decision to re-conduct maths exam for Class X
- A Bench, headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra, said the matter would be taken up on April 4 after it was mentioned for urgent hearing
‘No link’ with CBSE official
- The three accused, held for their alleged roles in leaking Class XII economics paper, have denied any link with the CBSE official, suspended for ‘laxity’ in duty
- Rishabh, 29, and Rohit, 26, of Mother Khazani Convent School in Bawana, and coaching centre tutor Tauqeer, 26, were quizzed over links with CBSE’s KS Rana after his suspension
