Nilekani committee seeks public ideas to fix exams
The panel, headed by Infosys co-founder and technology expert Nandan Nilekani, was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month amid heightened scrutiny of the examination system following NEET-UG paper leak controversy and youth protests over alleged lapses in the test’s conduct. It will also look at measures to improve accessibility and inclusion, while factoring in student well-being…
The High-Powered Task Force (HPTF) on Reforms in Public Examinations, led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, has initiated a nationwide consultation to solicit suggestions from all citizens on enhancing the security, transparency, and student-friendliness of India's public examination system.The task force, established by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to examine and recommend comprehensive reforms concerning the conduct, security, design, and governance of public exams conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Suggestions may also be given on examination design and assessment methodology, governance, accountability, and institutional arrangements.The public consultation is open until September 13, with citizens able to submit their ideas via WhatsApp, a dedicated website, email, and a toll-free number. The task force will explore reforms across the entire examination chain, including institutional processes, question-paper security, technology use, and infrastructure improvement.
It will also consider measures to improve accessibility, inclusion, and student well-being during exams. The panel, comprising figures such as S Somanath, Tapan Deka, V Kamakoti, Anita Karwal, and Amrit Lal Meena, will recommend both immediate safeguards and long-term structural changes to the examination process.
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