Daijiworld Media Network – Bangalore (SB)
Bangalore, Jun 21: One of the reputed universities that impart correspondence courses, Bangalore University was left stunned and embarrassed on Saturday, June 20 following a question paper leak scam. A part-time lecturer has been taken into custody by the police in this regard.
The scam was brought to light through joint operation conducted by a local electronic media along with the National Student Union of India (NSUI), student organization. The financial accounting-II paper of the BCom correspondence course for the 97-98 repeaters’ batch was leaked after lecturer, Kumar was allegedly found selling it at MEWA Pre-University College, Jayanagar in the City.
Though the exam was scheduled to begin at 9.30 am, the questions papers and answer sheets were available before the scheduled time. Lecturer Kumar had distributed the same before the scheduled time and had demanded Rs 3,000 if the answer sheets after answers written on them were to be enclosed, alleged NSUI.
After the news was aired in the local channel, the registrar and special officer in-charge of the examinations of the university conducted immediate detailed inquiry and have prepared a report on the matter. Based on the report a criminal case has been registered against the college. The university based on the findings of the preliminary inquiry has also decided to blacklist the college for future examinations.
University has stated that the date of the re-examination will be soon published.