Cambridge launches probe into A-Level math paper leak

ISLAMABAD: Cambridge International Education (CIE) has launched an investigation into the online leak of the A-Level Math paper ahead of the exam day.

The development comes after social media users claimed that A-Level Mathematics 9709 Paper 12 was leaked online ahead of the exam on May 2, 2024.

Students and their parents also expressed concern over the reports, saying that it would harm the transparency and integrity of examinations. They also demanded an investigation into the matter.

After surfacing of such claims and concerns of the parents, the CIE had “launched an inquiry” over the leak of the AS paper.

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“We are looking into concerns raised about a potential paper leakage on 02 May 2024 for AS Level Mathematics 9709 Paper 12. This is being investigated, and Cambridge and the British Council are in close communication,” the CIE said.

The Cambridge said they would update on the matter when they would have further news, but they would not provide further information through Facebook comments or direct messages. “Thank you for your understanding and support,” it said.

The CIE said: “Cambridge and the British Council are committed to upholding the integrity and fairness of our exams, and we will continue to work closely with schools to ensure a smooth and secure examination experience for all candidates.”

Though it has yet to be established whether a paper was even leaked, but the CIE and British Council sources are hopeful that the probe would be completed in a week or two.

CIE WARNS AGAINST FAKE POSTS

The CIE has warned that fake posts are being circulated on social media platforms and WhatsApp groups as official statements.

“Official updates and information are only communicated through our official Facebook page and official communication channels with schools, directly or through British Council,” the CIE said in a Facebook post on Saturday. 

It asked people to be cautious about the authenticity of the messages they received from other channels.