NEW DELHI, July 23, 2024 – The Supreme Court of India continues to scrutinize over 40 petitions demanding the cancellation of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – UG (NEET UG) 2024, held on May 5, with results announced on June 4. This critical hearing could affect more than 23 lakh students who took the exam.
NEET UG 2024 Hearing Important Points
- Over 23 lakh students who appeared for NEET UG 2024.
- Supreme Court hearing on petitions demanding exam cancellation and retesting due to alleged paper leaks.
- Supreme Court of India, New Delhi.
- Hearings on July 11, July 18, and continuing on July 23, 2024.
- Allegations of paper leaks and exam irregularities.
- The petitions argue discrepancies in student rankings and irregularities in exam paper distribution.
Allegations of NEET UG 2024 Exam Irregularities
The Supreme Court’s session today, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Mishra, will delve into claims of systemic failures and alleged paper leaks in the NEET UG 2024 exam.
During the hearings on July 11 and July 18, petitioners presented evidence suggesting severe lapses. For instance, a student who initially scored 719 marks and ranked 68th dropped to a rank of 58,000 after a retest, highlighting inconsistencies. Allegations include the wrongful distribution of question papers and the awarding of grace marks, which were later retracted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Developments in the Supreme Court Case
- Alleged Paper Leak Incident: Petitioners cited the principal of Hardayal School in Jhajjar, Haryana, who reportedly mishandled exam papers from Canara Bank and SBI, leading to score discrepancies. This school saw six students achieving perfect scores of 720/720 under suspicious circumstances.
- Grace Marks Controversy: The NTA’s initial decision to award grace marks due to delayed paper distribution was retracted, further complicating the issue.
- Evidence from Bihar Police: The Solicitor General urged the court to consider a report by the Economic Offences Wing of Bihar Police, which concluded the paper leak occurred before May 3, contradicting the central government’s claims.
The outcome of these hearings could reshape the future of NEET UG and similar nationwide exams. The case highlights the need for rigorous oversight and transparent administration to maintain the integrity of high-stakes examinations. The court’s decision may influence policies on examination security and student evaluation methods.
As the Supreme Court continues its review, the fate of millions of aspiring medical students hangs in the balance. Today’s proceedings could set a precedent for handling large-scale academic disputes, emphasizing the necessity of fairness and accountability in educational assessments.
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