NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has welcomed the passage of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, by both Houses of Parliament, saying the legislation will strengthen the legal framework to prevent the use of unfair means in public examinations.
In a post on X on Friday, Jaishankar said, “The passing of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 by both Houses is a step forward towards ensuring the integrity, transparency and credibility of India’s public examination system.”
Highlighting the key provisions of the legislation, the External Affairs Minister said, “The bill provides for time-bound investigations, Special Public Prosecutors, Special Fast-Track Courts and an expedited appellate mechanism, and will further strengthen the legal framework to prevent use of unfair means in public examinations.”
Jaishankar further said that the government remains committed to protecting the interests of young people.
“The Modi Government is resolute in its commitment to protect the right of India’s hardworking youth and talent,” he said.
