Gujarat Technological University Reports on Nursing Exam Irregularities
Click to start listening
Synopsis
GTU has reported to the Health Department regarding potential irregularities in the nursing exam, revealing a pattern in the answer key that raises concerns about fairness for candidates.
Key Takeaways
- GTU submitted a report on nursing exam irregularities.
- Allegations involve an 'ABCD' answer pattern.
- Health Department to review the report.
- Fairness for 70,000 candidates is crucial.
- Previous incidents of exam paper leaks in Gujarat.
Ahmedabad, Feb 12 (NationPress) Gujarat Technological University (GTU) has presented an extensive report to the Health Department regarding the recent allegations of misconduct in the nursing examination. The controversy revolves around accusations that the exam's answer key adhered to a sequential 'ABCD' format, potentially suggesting unethical practices intended to benefit specific candidates.
The report from GTU contains thorough details on candidate scores, answer sheets, and the exam's paper structure.
Importantly, it points out cases where candidates' answers followed the 'ABCD' sequence, raising serious questions about the examination's integrity.
The Health Department is now responsible for assessing the report and deciding the next steps, which could involve the cancellation of the nursing exam.
Officials have stressed the necessity of ensuring fairness for all 70,000 candidates who took part in the exam for 1,903 nursing positions.
Gujarat has witnessed multiple incidents of exam paper leaks in recent years, which have compromised the credibility of its recruitment processes.
In December 2021, the Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) held a head clerk recruitment exam for 186 vacancies, drawing 88,000 candidates.
Allegations surfaced that the question paper was leaked and sold for Rs 8 to 12 lakh, resulting in the arrest of 36 individuals, including the alleged mastermind, Tushar Mer.
The state government nullified the exam and planned a re-examination for March 2022. This scandal incited protests from political factions, with calls for the resignation of GSSSB chairman Asit Vora, who ultimately stepped down.
In January 2023, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) apprehended 30 individuals for allegedly acquiring leaked question papers for the junior clerk recruitment exam.
The exam was annulled just hours before it was supposed to occur on January 29 due to the leak.
Previously, 19 people, including agents and intermediaries, had been detained in connection with this incident. These occurrences are part of a larger trend of examination malpractices throughout India. Between 2014 and 2024, there have been no less than 66 reported cases of question paper leaks nationwide, impacting various state and national examinations.
