In Bihar, a fresh case of exam malpractice has emerged, with four individuals arrested during a physical efficiency test for police recruitment in Patna. The candidates were caught when their biometric identification, including fingerprint and facial scans, did not match the records from their written exams. This discrepancy led to their detention by law enforcement, who are now conducting further investigations into the case.

According to the police, the four arrested candidates were originally supposed to take their own physical tests. However, they had arranged for others to sit in for them during the written examination. Police revealed during questioning that each of these candidates paid an individual named Alok Kumar, a resident of Arwal, a sum of 50,000 rupees to take their exam on their behalf. This incident highlights continuing concerns over corruption and malpractice in the examination process in Bihar, where similar cases have been reported in the past.

The implications of these arrests could be significant for the recruitment process in the state. With ongoing efforts to improve the integrity of examinations, the authorities may implement stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The expectation is that these actions will deter candidates from resorting to illegal methods to secure their positions, thereby promoting fairness and transparency in public service recruitment.