New Delhi: A disturbing incident of mass cheating during a Class 10 board exam in Nuh district of Haryana has sparked outrage and prompted swift action from education authorities. The incident, captured in a viral video, shows students scaling the walls of Chandravati School in Tauru, Nuh, in an apparent attempt to pass chits to exam candidates during the Wednesday examination.District education authorities take actionFollowing the emergence of the viral video depicting the mass cheating episode, Haryanas district education officials have sprung into action, initiating measures to address the issue. A thorough investigation into the incident has been launched, with authorities actively seeking a comprehensive report on the matter.Public outcry and social media reactionSocial media platforms buzzed with condemnation and criticism as the video gained traction online. One user, expressed dismay over the incident, highlighting the lack of attention such occurrences receive when they happen outside high-profile states like Bihar. The user underscored the need for equitable media coverage and denounced the lack of discipline exhibited during the exam.Visual of alleged mass cheating from Taoru area of Nuh, Haryana.On Tuesday, during the physical exam paper, boys climbed wall to help their buddy pass the exam with chits. https://t.co/FvCgdACRZM pic.twitter.com/TUNguGurLw— Arvind Chauhan 💮🛡️ (@Arv_Ind_Chauhan) March 6, 2024Pattern of misconduct in examinationsThe incident in Haryana echoes similar instances of misconduct witnessed during examinations across India. Earlier in February, a shocking video emerged from Bihars Chhapra, where students attempting the Bihar Intermediate Examination were denied entry due to arriving late. In a desperate bid to gain access to the exam hall, students were seen resorting to unruly behavior, including attempting to scale walls and forcibly enter the premises.Call for stringent actionAuthorities have vowed to take strict action against the students involved in the mass cheating incident. Such flagrant disregard for academic integrity and discipline cannot be tolerated, and measures are underway to ensure accountability and uphold the sanctity of examinations.The Haryana Boards prompt response underscores the gravity of the situation and the commitment to maintaining the integrity of the education system. As investigations unfold, stakeholders anticipate decisive action to address the root causes of such malpractices and safeguard the credibility of examinations across the region.
