Question paper leak: CBSE to conduct re-examination for class 10 maths, class 12 economics papers
New Delhi, Mar 28 (IBNS): Amid reports that question papers were leaked, education body CBSE on Wednesday confirmed that re-examination for the Class X Maths and Class XII Economics papers will be performed.
In a statement, CBSE said: "Board has taken cognizance of certain happenings in the conduct of certain examinations as are being reported."
"With the view to uphold the sanctity of the Board Examinations and in the interest of the fairness to the students, the Board has decided to reconduct the examinations in the following subjects," read the statement.
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The new dates for the examination will be announced within a week, the board said.
Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said people behind the leak incident will be booked.
"I understand troubles of the students," Javadekar said while addressing a press conference.
"Some parts of the paper were leaked on WhatsApp. We made a police complaint om the issue. Investigation is underway and strict action will be taken," he said.
More than 20 lakh students are sitting for the Class X and Class XII board exams this year.
Exam commenced from Mar 5.
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