The decision to withhold results is not taken lightly. When a centre is flagged for misconduct, it impacts all candidates in that centre. This raises concerns of unfairness, as students who may not have been involved in any wrongdoing also suffer the consequences.

The rise of technology in examination malpractice, including the use of cell phones and organized cheating, has complicated matters further.

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