Jharkhand Suspends Mobile Internet During Exams to Prevent Cheating
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], September 21: Mobile internet services will be suspended across Jharkhand for over five hours on September 21 and 22 to ensure fair conduct of the Jharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (JGGLCCE). The suspension will be from 8 AM to 1:30 PM on both days.
According to an official statement, the step aims to prevent any malpractice during the examination. The government observed that some individuals previously used mobile apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, X (Twitter), Telegram, and YouTube to cheat during exams.
The government wants to eliminate any doubts about the integrity of the recruitment process and avoid potential law and order issues. The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission will conduct the exam at 823 centers, with around 6.40 lakh candidates expected to appear.
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Jharkhand -: Jharkhand is a state in eastern India. It is known for its forests, waterfalls, and rich mineral resources.
mobile internet -: Mobile internet is the internet you can use on your phone or tablet. It lets you browse websites, use apps, and watch videos without needing Wi-Fi.
suspend -: To suspend means to temporarily stop something. In this case, it means stopping mobile internet for a short time.
cheating -: Cheating means breaking the rules to gain an unfair advantage. In exams, it can mean using your phone to look up answers.
Jharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (JGGLCCE) -: This is a big exam in Jharkhand for people who want government jobs. Many people take this test to get good jobs.
candidates -: Candidates are people who are taking the exam. In this case, around 6.40 lakh (640,000) people are taking the test.
centers -: Centers are places where the exam is held. There are 823 centers where people will go to take the test.
integrity -: Integrity means being honest and fair. The government wants to make sure the exam is fair for everyone.
recruitment process -: The recruitment process is the way people are chosen for jobs. This exam is part of that process to find the best candidates for government jobs.
public safety -: Public safety means keeping everyone safe. The government wants to make sure the exam is safe and fair for all.
