CBSE QR Codes: Authentication, Not Web Links
A person scanning a QR code on a document, illustrating the news about CBSE’s QR code clarification.
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CBSE clarifies that QR codes on question papers are for authentication and tracking, not web links, addressing concerns about misleading search results.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a clarification regarding the QR codes printed on its question papers, stating that they are intended for internal use and are not web links. This announcement follows recent incidents where scanning the QR codes led to unrelated search results, causing confusion and concern.
According to CBSE, these QR codes serve the purpose of authentication and tracking. The board explained that the unrelated search results stemmed from algorithm-driven processes. CBSE is actively discouraging the spread of false information regarding the function of these codes.
The board emphasized that the QR codes are designed to ensure the integrity and traceability of question papers within the CBSE system and are not intended to direct users to external websites or resources. The clarification aims to dispel any misconceptions and prevent the misuse of the QR codes for spreading misinformation.