High Court Halts BPSC 70th PT Results, Seeks Response in Two Weeks
Patna: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has faced a significant setback as the Patna High Court has put a hold on the declaration of the 70th BPSC Preliminary Test (PT) results. The court has sought a response from the commission within 12 days and scheduled the next hearing for January 31.
The decision came in response to a petition demanding the re-conduction of the 70th BPSC Preliminary Examination due to alleged irregularities. The court’s directive effectively freezes any further action on the results until the matter is resolved.
Legal Proceedings and Heated Arguments
During the court proceedings, a heated exchange took place between the government counsel and the petitioners’ lawyers, including representatives of Jan Suraj. The government lawyer objected to the petition, citing a Supreme Court order and requesting that a related case be heard simultaneously. The arguments lasted for over an hour and 20 minutes.
Earlier, a hearing on a student-led petition was deferred due to the farewell ceremony of Chief Justice Vinod Chandran, which took precedence over scheduled cases. The matter was listed fifth on the roster before Justice Arvind Singh Chandel’s single bench, but the session was adjourned to accommodate the ceremony.
Background of the Case
The controversy arose from allegations of malpractice and discrepancies in the conduct of the 70th BPSC PT examination. Several students approached the court, raising concerns about the fairness of the process and demanding remedial measures, including a re-examination.
Key Highlights:
- Result Hold: The High Court has barred BPSC from releasing the 70th PT results until further notice.
- Response Deadline: The commission must submit its response within 12 days.
- Next Hearing: The case will be heard again on January 31.
- Courtroom Clash: Intense arguments unfolded between the petitioners and the government’s legal team.
Implications for Aspirants
The court’s decision has left thousands of aspirants awaiting clarity on the examination’s future. While the freeze on results may address concerns of fairness, it has also added to the uncertainty surrounding the recruitment process.
