BPSC Exam Chaos: What Really Happened on December 13?

Aspiring for a government job in Bihar? The recent BPSC exam controversy has likely caught your attention. On December 13, 2024, what should have been a smooth prelims exam for the 70th Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) turned into chaos at one centre in Patna. Let's break down exactly what happened and why it's causing such an uproar.

The Incident at Bapu Pariksha Parisar

Picture this: It's exam day, and thousands of candidates across Bihar are settling in to take the BPSC prelims. But at the Bapu Pariksha Parisar centre in Patna, things quickly went sideways.

Around 12:30 pm, some exam-takers started creating a ruckus. They claimed the question paper had already leaked online. Can you imagine the panic? Suddenly, people were snatching papers from invigilators and even throwing them over the boundary wall to outsiders!

One candidate described the scene: "I heard noise from outside the hall around 12:15 pm. The invigilator closed the doors, but some candidates broke them open and threatened us not to attempt any more questions."

BPSC's Response

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) didn't take this lightly. They immediately promised to investigate using CCTV footage and take "strong criminal action" against troublemakers.

After a full-bench meeting on December 19, BPSC decided to:

Cancel the exam only for candidates at Bapu Pariksha Parisar
Re-conduct the exam for those candidates on January 4, 2025

Why Are People Still Protesting?

You'd think cancelling the exam at the problematic centre would solve things, right? Not quite. Here's why many candidates are still upset:

They claim there were issues at other centres too, not just Bapu Pariksha Parisar.
Re-conducting the exam for only one centre might lead to unfair score normalization.
Some allege CCTV cameras and mobile jammers weren't working properly at multiple locations.

The protests have grown, with hundreds gathering in Patna's Gardanibagh area since December 18. Even some political figures and educators have joined in supporting the candidates.

What's at Stake?

This isn't just about one exam. The BPSC 70th CCE is a big deal:

It aims to fill 2,035 vacancies across various government departments in Bihar.
Around 3.8 lakh candidates took the exam on December 13.
It's a gateway to coveted Group A, B, and C posts in the state administration.

What Happens Next?

As of now, BPSC is sticking to its decision of re-conducting the exam only for Bapu Pariksha Parisar candidates on January 4, 2025. However, the growing protests might lead to further discussions or changes.

If you're a BPSC aspirant, stay tuned to official announcements and prepare accordingly. Remember, your hard work and dedication are what truly matter in the long run!