Question paper leaks have become commonplace in Bangladesh. The crisis reflects the state of education in the country. Given the current scenario, it seems that many people start their higher education or professional careers by passing exams with the help of leaked question papers.
But who are the people behind all of this? According to newspaper reports, students, powerful political leaders, employees at educational institutions, coaching centres etc are involved in the nefarious business of leaking question papers.
Before the exams start, there is a race to find examinees who want to cheat in order to pass. Either the candidates track down the syndicates or the syndicates reach out to interested candidates.
Investigations have unravelled that the syndicates select suitable spots where they solve the question papers. The spots include the room of senior leaders of student organisations in the dormitories of Dhaka University and other major education institutions, residences in MP hostel, coaching centres and guest rooms of dormitories.
Pervasive question paper leaks will have severe consequences on the young generation of the country. Many students have already lost confidence in public examinations. If students witness leak of question papers and other unethical activities from an early age, they are likely to grow up with questionable moral and ethical values.
This is very concerning and needs to stop.
Strict measures must be taken to stop this crime by coordinating and combining efforts of the government and private sector. Also, students must not be given the impression that they can get away by getting the question papers beforehand. The focus of efforts should start from the grassroots.
Students need to be honest and sincere in their efforts. They should not seek question papers before examinations. They should be made aware of its adverse effects by parents and teachers. Guardians can play a vital role in raising this awareness. They need to keep an eye on their children and their activities.
Honest, respected and qualified teachers should be given the responsibility of preparing question papers.
Strong monitoring committees should be formed in education boards and presses.
I would like to urge the concerned authorities and civil society to come together and focus on solutions to this problem and implement them immediately.
Parisa Sanjana Heya,
Bachelor of business Administration,
East West University, Dhaka
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