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, 05:21 — 11 Mar, 10:22

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The incident highlights a humorous lapse in the typically stringent examination process conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). While the board has assured the integrity of the exam, the 'rickrolling' has become a viral sensation, momentarily distracting from the academic pressure students face.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual48d ago

'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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hindustan-timesMostly Factual47d ago

CBSE rickrolled: Class 12 math paper QR code links to 1987 Rick Astley hit

The CBSE on Tuesday moved to quash concerns about the integrity of the examination, issuing a press release confirming that the question papers were genuine

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First report: indian-express · 10 Mar, 04:28|Full coverage: 3 · 1d 6h|Window: 1d 6h

indian-express10 Mar, 04:28First to report