{
  "id": 2390039,
  "title": "LLB examination valuation in Kerala University under a cloud",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/llb-examination-valuation-in-kerala-university-under-a-cloud",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-21T14:33:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/llb-examination-valuation-in-kerala-university-under-a-cloud/article71374043.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A cloud of controversy has surrounded the valuation process of the LLB examination answer papers at the University of Kerala. The issue emerged after it was discovered that 231 out of 292 students who applied for revaluation secured higher marks. In some instances, the change in marks was as significant as 50%. The Controller of Examinations has submitted a report regarding this matter to the Vice-Chancellor for further scrutiny.\n\nVarious student organizations, including the Students Federation of India (SFI), have publicly protested the valuation process. They allege that there may have been irregularities and inconsistencies in the way the papers were evaluated. Such protests have raised concerns about the fairness and integrity of the examination system at the university.\n\nThe terms and conditions for submitting comments on this matter have been laid out clearly. All comments must be in English, written in full sentences, and cannot be abusive or personal in nature. The community guidelines are in place to ensure that discussions remain respectful and constructive.\n\nAs a registered user of The Hindu, you may continue to engage with this story through the new commenting platform. If you do not have an account, please register and log in to post your comments. Existing comments can be accessed by logging into your account on Vuukle.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Controversy surrounds LLB exam valuation process at Kerala University.",
    "231 out of 292 revaluation applicants scored higher marks, some by 50%.",
    "Student organizations protest irregularities, call for fairness in evaluation."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}