The administration in Karachi has imposed Section 144 CrPC around intermediate examination centres, as part of efforts to ensure exam integrity and prevent malpractice.
Under the restrictions, public gatherings near exam venues are banned; this includes unauthorized helpers, crowding outside centres, and any potential means of external interference or “unfair means.”
Authorities have warned that any violation — including presence of outsiders near exam premises — will lead to immediate action under the law.
The measure is part of a broader crackdown ahead of matriculation and intermediate examinations, reflecting growing concern about paper leaks and cheating incidents in the province.