Patna High Court Stays Preliminary Examination Results of BPSC 70th CCE
Patna High Court stays BPSC 70th CCE prelim results over paper leak allegations; next hearing on January 31, 2025.
In a crucial development, the Patna High Court has halted the publication of results for the 70th Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination (CCE) conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). The order was passed by Justice Arvind Singh Chandel on January 16, 2025, in response to allegations of irregularities, including a question paper leak and procedural lapses.
Key Highlights:
- Counter Affidavit Deadline: The respondents, including BPSC, have been directed to file a detailed parawise counter affidavit by January 30, 2025.
- Next Hearing Date: The case is scheduled for further consideration on January 31, 2025.
- Preliminary Exam Under Scrutiny: The results of the preliminary examination held on December 13, 2024, and the re-examination on January 4, 2025, will remain subject to the final outcome of the petition.
Allegations of Paper Leak and Irregularities
Senior counsel for the petitioners argued that the examination was marred by irregularities:
- Question Paper Leak: Reports claim the paper was circulated on social media platforms shortly after the exam commenced.
- Logistical Issues: Candidates faced last-minute changes in examination centers, and some centers allegedly lacked functional jammers to prevent malpractice.
- Unfair Advantage: Deleted questions from the re-exam gave undue benefit to certain candidates.
The petitioners demanded the cancellation of both examinations and called for a fresh preliminary test to ensure transparency and fairness.
What Happens Next?
The Court has clarified that the final decision regarding the examination results will depend on the adjudication of this petition. This interim relief is a step toward maintaining the integrity of competitive examinations and protecting the interests of thousands of candidates.
Stay tuned for updates as the case progresses, with the next hearing set for January 31, 2025.
