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Patna: Hundreds of candidates for the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) 70th Combined Preliminary Examination protested in Patna on Friday, expressing worry over the potential introduction of a normalisation process for the upcoming exams. However, BPSC Secretary Satya Prakash Sharma stated that there are no plans for normalisation.
Support from student leaders fueled the protesters’ demands for the exam to be held without normalisation, as it has historically been conducted. They argue that normalisation is unnecessary since the exam will take place in a single shift at all centres.
Candidates contend that because a single set of questions will be used, normalisation—which typically adjusts for variations in exam difficulty across multiple shifts—is irrelevant.
Sharma reiterated that if normalisation were to be implemented, it would have been clearly stated in the exam notification or in a separate announcement. He dismissed the protests as unfounded, asserting that those demonstrating are not serious candidates and are not focused on their studies. He added that typically only one percent of candidates pass the exam, implying that those genuinely preparing are not involved in the protests.
The preliminary exam for the 70th combined BPSC is scheduled for December 13, 2024, in a single shift across 925 centres, with around 480,000 candidates expected to participate. The admit card was released on the BPSC website on Friday.
These protests reflect a greater concern among candidates regarding transparency and fairness in recruitment processes. Although the BPSC has refuted claims about normalisation, candidates are calling for official confirmation to prevent any unexpected changes that might impact their chances of success. This situation emphasizes the need for clear communication between examination authorities and candidates to build trust in the competitive examination system.
