The Calcutta High Court has raised serious questions for the West Bengal Central School Service Commission (WBCSSC) regarding its handling of answer keys for the State Level Selection Test (SLST). The court has demanded to know why the commission did not frame questions with definitive answers, a issue that has led to multiple legal challenges.
Court Grills Commission Over Exam Irregularities
During Thursday's hearing, the High Court directly confronted the WBCSSC about the ongoing litigations concerning discrepancies between the primary and final answer keys for the SLST examination. Justice Amrita Sinha presided over the case that has drawn attention to potential flaws in the examination process.
The controversy deepened when six candidates brought forward a particularly troubling case where the correct option for a question was allegedly changed twice between different versions of the answer key. This repeated modification has raised questions about the reliability and standardization of the evaluation process.
Interim Relief for Affected Candidates
In a significant interim decision, Justice Sinha has permitted the six petitioners to attend the verification process scheduled for December 4. This ruling provides temporary relief to the candidates while the court continues to examine the broader issues surrounding the examination.
The court's intervention highlights growing concerns about examination transparency and accountability in recruitment processes. The WBCSSC now faces increased scrutiny over its examination procedures and the consistency of its evaluation standards.
Broader Implications for Recruitment Exams
This case represents more than just an isolated incident—it touches upon the fundamental principles of fairness and reliability in competitive examinations. When answer keys undergo multiple changes, it undermines candidate trust and questions the integrity of the entire selection process.
The Calcutta High Court's proactive stance in this matter signals a growing judicial willingness to address examination irregularities that affect thousands of aspirants. The outcome of this case could potentially set important precedents for how educational institutions and recruitment bodies handle examination disputes in the future.
As the legal proceedings continue, all eyes remain on the WBCSSC's response to the court's queries and how it plans to address the concerns raised about its examination methodology.
