BEIJING, May 27 (Xinhua) -- China's education authorities on Monday pledged intensified efforts in fighting cheating and test fraud ahead of the upcoming national college entrance exam.
The Ministry of Education warned that those found in violation of relevant rules and regulations throughout the entire exam process will receive harsh punishments.
The ministry urged education authorities across the nation to strengthen supervision and prevent serious cases like the theft of exam papers during the printing and delivery phases.
According to the statement, after alleged violations are verified, both violators and their supervisors will receive punishments.
The ministry also called for transparency during both the exam and enrollment management processes. College admissions granted to those in violation of regulations will be revoked, it said.
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