Sourav Das of the CJP criticized the Prime Minister's proposal to establish fast-track courts for cases related to examination irregularities, and said this announcement does not address the concerns raised by students and protesters.
Das told the media last week that the judicial mechanisms alone would not be enough if broader institutional issues remain unresolved. As for the government’s announcement, he questioned if fast-track courts would be effective in the absence of accountability across the system.
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He also reiterated his demand for the resignation of the Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and pointed out that political responsibility should accompany legal action in cases of alleged examination irregularities.
Das thinks that announcing quick courts is a temporary solution rather than a long-term solution. Students expect concrete administrative action in addition to legal proceedings against those accused of wrongdoing, he said.
Das said the government needs to act quickly and decisively to restore confidence in the education system in the public’s eyes. “Students and parents need to have a firm and transparent decision-making process to make the decisions,” he said.
The comments have come as examination-related issues are under increasing debate and government and opposition leaders have different views on steps needed to address alleged irregularities. The Centre has said it has taken action against those accused of involvement, including arrests, investigations and measures to ensure speedy judicial proceedings.
The government has also said it is prepared to talk about it in Parliament and has also said it is committed to protecting the interests of students. Ministers have also pointed out re-examinations will be done where necessary, and fast-track courts will occur so that the legal process is faster.
Demonstrators and several political groups are calling for more accountability and systemic changes to restore confidence in the examination system and say the system must be reformed at an administrative level as well as a government level.
The issue is a hot topic in the Monsoon Session of Parliament since the beginning of the month, and the debate has been disrupted repeatedly with students demanding a debate about exam-related issues. In the process, we continue to engage with governments, opposition and other stakeholders to address student concerns while maintaining the examination system.
