Infosys Cofounder Nandan Nilekani To Lead PM Modi’s Exam Reforms Task Force

by · Inc42

SUMMARY

  • PM Narendra Modi has formed a Nandan Nilekani-led task force to recommend technology-driven reforms for public examinations
  • The move signals the Centre's push to leverage technology to curb paper leaks and restore trust in public examinations following weeks of protests over alleged irregularities
  • The announcement of the panel, comprising experts from technology, intelligence, education and administration, came a day after the government reached an agreement with student protesters