The ODISHA CONDUCT OF EXAMINATIONS ACT, 1988
odisha · 1988
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- S. 1Examination conducted by or under the authority of any University established by an Act of the State Legislature
- S. 2Section defines "recognized examination" and "unfair means" for the Odisha Conduct of Examinations Act, 1988.
- S. 3(1) No person shall adopt or take recourse to unfair means at any recognised examination
- S. 4Section 4 prohibits unauthorized individuals from possessing or sharing information related to an examination question paper.
- S. 5Section prohibits examination officials from sharing confidential exam-related information outside their duties.
- S. 6Section prohibits possession, distribution, or publicizing of future exam question papers to prevent unfair advantages.
- S. 7Section 7 prohibits loitering, paper distribution, and other prejudicial activities near examination centers during and before exams.
- S. 8Section mandates invigilators and examiners to perform assigned duties unless circumstances beyond their control prevent it.
- S. 9Section 9 imposes penalties for violating provisions in sections 3 to 8, including imprisonment and fines.
- S. 10(1) An offence under this Act shall not be investigated by an officer below the rank of a Sub-Inspector of Police
- S. 11Section 11 outlines the precedence of the Odisha Conduct of Examinations Act over other laws.