Delhi Police set up STF to probe exam-related offences, paper leaks
The Delhi Police have established a Special Task Force (STF) to investigate exam-related crimes and paper leaks. This unit will operate under the Public Examinations Act to ensure the integrity of recruitment and entrance exams.
Why it matters
Addressing systemic exam fraud is critical for maintaining public trust in government recruitment and educational assessment systems.
The Delhi police have constituted a special task force (STF) within the Crime Branch to investigate paper leaks and other examination-related offences under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, a senior officer said on Friday. According to the officer, the STF will be headed by an officer of the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police in the Crime Branch.
It will investigate offences related to public examinations conducted by various bodies, including the Union Public Service Commission, Staff Selection Commission and the National Testing Agency.
The STF will also investigate offences related to recruitment examinations conducted by ministries and departments of the Central government, as well as their attached and subordinate offices, the officer said.
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