CIE Business Studies paper reportedly leaked ahead of exam

KARACHI: The AS-level Business Studies paper of Cambridge International Education was reportedly leaked online ahead of its scheduled exam, sparking fresh concerns over examination security.

According to reports, the Business Studies paper — identified as code “9609 Paper 1” — was circulated on social media late last night, just hours before it was due to be conducted.

The development comes days after Cambridge International confirmed that its AS Mathematics Paper 1 (9709) had also been leaked prematurely across multiple regions, including Pakistan.

In a statement issued earlier, the exam board acknowledged that the Mathematics paper was “shared prematurely against our regulations” and said it had launched a detailed investigation into the breach.

Cambridge International said its priority was to ensure that students were not disadvantaged while maintaining the integrity of the examination process.

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The latest reported leak has intensified concerns among students and parents regarding the security of international examinations, particularly as questions arise over repeated breaches within a short period.

The board has yet to issue an official statement specifically addressing the Business Studies paper leak.