As part of its efforts to strengthen the legal framework against paper leaks and examination malpractices, the Centre on Monday introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha.

The Bill was introduced by Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh amid persistent sloganeering by Opposition members.

Appealing to members to allow a discussion on the legislation, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla described the Bill as an important measure that the country had been awaiting and urged the House to function smoothly.

“For days, you have been demanding a discussion, and today we are discussing it. Whatever suggestions you give, the government will work on implementing them. This is democracy. I urge the House to engage in discussion and debate instead of sloganeering. Do you not want to discuss?” Birla said.

Despite his appeal, the protests continued, forcing the Speaker to adjourn the House till 2 p.m.