'Pandit' option in UP Police SI exam question sparks row

Candidates were asked to choose a word that describes a person who changes according to circumstances

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A controversy has erupted over a question asked in the written examination for sub-inspector recruitment in Uttar Pradesh Police, prompting Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to take a strict stance and direct all recruitment board chairpersons to ensure greater sensitivity in question papers.

The chief minister said that any remark that hurts the dignity or faith of any individual, caste, sect or community is unacceptable under any circumstances. He instructed all recruitment boards to take note of the matter and direct paper setters to exercise special caution while preparing examination papers.