Concerns Raised Over Security and Sale of Student Data in India’s Exam Portals
Recent controversies around India's CBSE and NTA exam portals have raised concerns about student data security. Users reported glitches and technical issues, while cyber experts highlighted security lapses allowing access to sensitive information without proper authentication. Career360 founder Maheshwer Peri further alleged that student databases are being sold openly for as low as Rs 1,500, filtered by various criteria, raising broader questions about data protection despite existing laws like the DPDP Act.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 5%, Centre 93%, Right 2%). Overall sentiment is neutral (38/100). Lens Score 32/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- indiatoday— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- ndtv— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a range of perspectives focusing on technical and data privacy issues without political framing. They include expert opinions on cybersecurity lapses and industry concerns about data commercialization. The coverage is centered on institutional accountability and regulatory effectiveness, reflecting a neutral stance without partisan viewpoints.
The overall tone is cautious and critical, emphasizing security vulnerabilities and potential misuse of student data. While highlighting problems and allegations, the coverage remains factual and avoids sensationalism, reflecting a balanced concern for data privacy and system integrity.
How 2 sources covered this story
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