CBSE Class 12 Maths paper ‘rickrolls’ students: QR code leads to 1987 music video

A QR code on the CBSE Class 12 mathematics exam paper has sparked online speculation, with students claiming it redirects to Rick Astley's 'Never Gonna Give You Up' music video, leading to amusement and viral buzz.

10 Mar, 04:28 — 10 Mar, 05:21

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The inclusion of a QR code in a national board examination paper that leads to a popular internet meme, 'rickrolling,' has caused a stir. This incident raises questions about exam security, the potential for unauthorized content within official documents, and the intersection of educational assessments with internet culture.

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'Rickrolling' in board exam? CBSE Class 12 maths paper QR code 'leads' to song, sparks viral buzz

A QR code on the CBSE Class 12 mathematics exam paper has sparked online speculation, with students claiming it redirects to Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" music video. This internet prank, known as "rickrolling," has led to amusement and questions about the security of official examination documents.

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