Mains Answer Writing - 22 Jun, 2026

GS2

Governance

15 marks

"A law enacted to deter paper leaks is only as strong as the integrity of the system it polices." Examine this with reference to the 2026 NEET-UG paper leak controversy, and discuss the systemic governance lapses that recurring examination malpractice exposes in India.

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Tips for your answer

✅ Highest-scoring point: The "law vs. institutional integrity" distinction — show why the law still failed, not just that the leak happened.
✅ Facts to reuse: NEET-UG 2026 timeline (3 May exam → 12 May cancellation → 21 June re-exam), Radhakrishnan Committee, Act's penalties (up to 10 yrs/₹1 crore) — all reusable in governance/reform questions.
✅ Avoid: A one-sided "government failed" tone — balance criticism with genuine reform steps.

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