Delhi High Court Seeks Explanation From SSC Over Ban on Discussing Exam Papers

The Delhi High Court asked the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to explain its directive restricting candidates from publicly discussing their exam papers.

The Court noted that such a prohibition may impinge upon the constitutional right to free speech under Article 19(1)(a).

The petitioners, a group of SSC aspirants, contended that the ban lacked legal backing and undermined transparency in recruitment exams.

The bench directed SSC to file a detailed affidavit clarifying the purpose and legality of the restriction. The matter is now listed for further hearing after the Commission’s response.