EconomyGS-II· 1 min read
NEET Paper Leak Case Investigation
Why in news?
CBI filed a supplementary chargesheet in the NEET paper leak case, naming an accused who allegedly provided the exam paper to candidates for a fee.
Key points
- CBI filed a supplementary chargesheet before a Delhi court.
- Accused Sheshrav Bajrang Suryawanshi, alias Raj Suryawanshi, arrested for providing NEET exam paper.
- Suryawanshi allegedly colluded with co-accused Shubham Khairnar.
- Candidates were asked to gather in Nanded and provided the paper; original documents were kept to ensure payment.
- Previous chargesheet against 13 other accused taken cognizance in August 2026.
Background & context
Paper leaks in competitive examinations have been a recurring issue in India, leading to widespread protests and demands for systemic reforms.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The CBI investigation into the NEET paper leak case began with arrests in May 2026.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper II (Governance, Social Justice) - Issues relating to the functioning of examination bodies, challenges to the examination system, and legal mechanisms to prevent malpractices.