Manipur Class X and XII Board Exam Paper Leak: Re-exam Decision Pending, Know Latest Updates

Updated on Mar 06, 2025 12:40

The Board of Secondary Education Manipur (BOSEM) filed a complaint with the cybercrime police regarding the leak of the Class 10 social science question paper.

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Kolkata: The Manipur government is planning to conduct new exams for Class X and Class XII students. Some subject question papers were leaked on social media. This has raised serious concerns about the fairness and integrity of the ongoing board exams.

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The Manipur government is treating the question paper leaks as a very serious issue. The authorities are determined to uphold the fairness of the exams and are ready to take strong action against those who try to defame the system and are involved in the paper leaking case. Their main goal is to prevent such leaks from happening again and to ensure that all students have a fair opportunity to do well in their exams.

What Happened in Manipur Class X and XII Board Exam Paper Leak Case?

Praveen, the Secretary of Education, shared that the exam committees of BOSEM (Board of Secondary Education Manipur) and COHSEM (Council of Higher Secondary Education Manipur) will soon decide whether re-exams are needed for the subjects which are affected by the leaks.

He expressed deep concern about the leaks, as they have damaged the integrity of the exams. For example:

The Social Science question paper for the High School Leaving Certificate Exam (HSLCE) was leaked on WhatsApp on February 25, just 30 minutes before the exam was supposed to start.
Similarly, the Class XII Physics question paper was leaked on March 3, also just 30 minutes before the exam began.

Who is Responsible for the Leaks of Manipur Class X and XII Board Exam Papers?

In the case of the Class XII Physics paper leak, the police acted swiftly and arrested two individuals:

Maibam Sunil Singh (33 years old): A Physics teacher at Paradise English School in Thoubal and a supervisor at the AOC Exam Centre. He runs a private hostel.
Ningombam Jagdish Singh (33 years old): A Chemistry teacher at Paradise English School in Thoubal.

Both were arrested on March 3 and March 4, 2025, following proper legal procedures. The police seized evidence, including mobile phones, from them.

In the case of the Manipur Board HSLCE 2025 Social Science paper leak, the police had already arrested two teachers from Thoubal on March 2.

What Action has been taken Against Manipur Class X and XII Board Exam Papers Leak case?

The Education Secretary, N. Praveen, gave a strong and clear warning that anyone involved in question papers leaking case will face strict and serious consequences. According to the law, those found guilty could face:

A minimum of 5 years in prison.
A fine of 10 lakh or more.
Exam centers involved in leaks could be banned from hosting future exams.

What's Next After Manipur Class X and XII Board Exam Papers Leak case?

The education department has left it to the exam committees to decide whether re-exams will be held for the affected subjects. A final decision is expected soon.

The government has made it clear that it is fully committed to ensuring fair and transparent exams. It has urged everyone involved in the education system: teachers, students, and administrators to work together and take responsibility. The goal is to protect the integrity of the exams and maintain trust in the education system. By collaborating as a team, they can secure a bright future for students and maintain the integrity of the examination system.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ans: Students will need to prepare again for the affected subjects. It will cause stress for students and delays if re-exams are scheduled.

Ans: The Manipur board has assured tighter security for all remaining exams to prevent any further leaks. The board stated that monitoring at exam centers to ensure fair and honest exams.

Ans: Such leaks can harm the trust in the education system and cause stress for students. However, the government is taking strong actions to rebuild confidence and ensure such incidents do not happen again in the future.