Introduction:
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2024 has been embroil in controversy, with the Supreme Court of India issuing a notice to the central government and the National Testing Agency (NTA) following petitions for the cancellation of the NEET UG results. The sanctity of this crucial medical entrance examination has been called into question, leading to a series of developments and debates. Let’s delve into the latest updates surrounding the NEET 2024 controversy.
Supreme Court Notice and Petitions:
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court took cognizance of petitions filed by 10 NEET candidates, raising concerns about the integrity of the NEET UG exam results. These petitions called for the cancellation of the results and highlighted the alleged impact on the sanctity of the examination. While the court did not stay the counselling process for undergraduate medical admissions, it expressed the need for answers regarding the controversies surrounding NEET 2024.
NTA’s Response and Committee Formation:
The NTA respond to the growing dissatisfaction by explaining that the decision to award grace marks was made to address issues face by candidates, such as time loss due to the distribution of wrong question papers or torn OMR sheets. However, this move has faced criticism, especially with reports of students scoring exceptionally high marks due to the grace marks.
Proposed Re-test and Counselling Sessions:
In a significant development, the central government propose a re-test for 1,563 candidates who were award grace marks. Those who do not wish to appear for the re-test will have their original marks (without grace marks) considered. This decision came after the Supreme Court’s notice and the ongoing controversy surrounding NEET 2024.
Supreme Court’s Response and Future Proceedings:
The Supreme Court addressed three petitions related to the NEET 2024 controversy. Including concerns raised by Alakh Pandey, the CEO of ‘Physics Wallah’. Regarding the allocation of grace marks by the NTA. Pandey has requested the court to establish an expert panel to investigate the examination process and results of NEET UG 2024.
Concerns and Allegations:
NEET 2024 has faced severe criticism this year, with allegations of question paper leaks and irregularities in the evaluation process. The decision to award grace marks to over 1,500 candidates has fueled protests and legal actions across various courts.
Conclusion:
The NEET 2024 controversy has brought several issues to the forefront. Challenging the integrity and fairness of one of India’s most crucial medical entrance examinations. The Supreme Court’s notice, proposed re-test, and ongoing investigations underscore the significance of addressing concerns raised by students, parents, and stakeholders. As the controversy unfolds. The need for transparency and accountability in the examination process becomes increasingly evident. Ensuring a fair opportunity for all NEET aspirants. Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving situation.
