Recent flaws in KEA question paper has sparked widespread discontent

CET question papers had 56 questions beyond the prescribed curriculum

Protesting students lay blame squarely on KEA's negligence

The recent flaws in the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) question paper has sparked widespread discontent within the student community.

At the heart of the issue lies the accusation that the question paper was not properly curated from the revised syllabus provided by the Department of Pre-University Education. Students contend that a quarter of the questions (56 questions) were beyond the prescribed curriculum, laying blame squarely on KEA’s negligence.

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The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), calling for accountability from the KEA Executive Director, led a protest outside the KEA headquarters.

Outraged by the perceived injustice, students and parents joined the demonstration, voicing their frustration over the handling of the CET exam question paper confusion. Tensions escalated as clashes erupted between protesters and law enforcement, with allegations of police misconduct including forceful detainment.

Police intervention resulted in the detention of protesters, drawing condemnation for their heavy-handed tactics. Criticism mounted as images circulated of students confined in a vehicle with hands clasped around their necks, symbolizing the suppression of their rights.

As uncertainty looms over the fate of CET exam takers, the aftermath of this controversy remains uncertain. The discontent among stakeholders underscores the urgent need for transparent and accountable examination practices to restore trust in the education system.