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PM Forms Task Force to Make Exams Leak-Proof
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has formed a high-powered task force to make exams leak-proof, following a month-long student uprising that claimed a Union Minister's career. The task force will be headed by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani.
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PM Forms Task Force to Make Exams Leak-Proof
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has formed a high-powered task force to make exams leak-proof, following a month-long student uprising that claimed a Union Minister's career. The task force will be headed by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, who will lead a team of experts to overhaul the national exam system. The task force aims to provide fast-track justice to aspirants and implement a technology-driven shield against paper-leak syndicates.
PM Modi forms task force led by Nandan Nilekani to reform NTA exams
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of a high-powered task force on July 26 to reform examinations conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The task force, headed by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, will propose measures to maximize technology use for a transparent and robust exam system. A multidisciplinary group of 15 members, including academics and industry experts, will submit recommendations within three months. The announcement follows widespread scrutiny of NTA’s handling of competitive exams, including recent paper leaks. The task force’s mandate includes addressing malpractice, improving logistics, and ensuring fairness in high-stakes examinations.
Nandan Nilekani to Lead High-Powered Task Force on Exam Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the constitution of a high-powered task force, to be headed by former UIDAI chairman Nandan Nilekani, to recommend steps to make the exam system leak-proof and technology-driven. The task force will be responsible for identifying areas of improvement in the current exam system and suggesting measures to prevent cheating and ensure the integrity of the exams. The task force will also be responsible for recommending the use of technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the exam system. The announcement was made by Modi on July 26, 2026, during a review meeting of the Union Education Ministry. The task force will comprise of experts from various fields, including education, technology, and law. The recommendations of the task force will be taken into consideration by the government to improve the exam system.
Profile — Nandan Nilekani head of PM Modi's task force on exam reforms
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Profile — Nandan Nilekani head of PM Modi's task force on exam reforms
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The Biggest Strength Of India's New Task Force To Make Exams Leak-Proof
The task force's biggest strength lies in the inclusion of experts from across four critical domains - technology, security, logistics and administration.
PM Modi Announces Task Force for Exam Reforms Led by Nandan Nilekani
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the formation of a high-powered task force to reform the National Testing Agency (NTA) examination system. The task force will be led by Infosys founder Nandan Nilekani, who will be responsible for overseeing the reforms. The task force will also include former ISRO Chairman S. Somnath and former IB Director. The announcement comes after a recent backlash against the NEET examination system. The task force will aim to address the issues plaguing the examination system and provide recommendations for improvement. The reforms are expected to be implemented soon.
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