Parliamentary Session Begins with Questions on NEET Paper Leaks and Education Reforms

The first day of the monsoon session of the 18th Lok Sabha will see the government facing questions about rampant paper leaks and the overhaul of the National Testing Agency (NTA), particularly concerning the NEET-UG exam. The government will also answer questions on a variety of topics including funds for centrally sponsored schemes, pending cases under the Companies Act, and the impact of climate change on Majuli Island.

NEET-UG Revised Results Spark Controversy as Jhajjar Centre Scores Fall

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released revised NEET-UG 2024 results, masking candidate identities as ordered by the Supreme Court. The revised results show a significant drop in scores from the Jhajjar centre in Haryana, where six students initially scored perfect 720/720. The controversy stems from the initial results where an unprecedented 67 students achieved perfect scores, leading to accusations of irregularities and potential paper leaks. The NTA initially attributed the high scores to grace marks awarded to students due to exam delays. However, the government later revoked these grace marks, leading to a re-test and nationwide protests. The revised results, while masking individual identities, reveal a lower performance at the Jhajjar centre, further fueling the controversy.

Supreme Court Debates NEET-UG 2024 Paper Leak: Was it Solved in 45 Minutes?

The Supreme Court is investigating the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak, debating whether the leak occurred before the exam or during the exam, and if the paper was solved in just 45 minutes. The CJI questioned the feasibility of solving the entire paper within such a short timeframe. The court is also considering the timeframe between the breach and the exam, with a shorter period suggesting a lesser chance of widespread leak.

Supreme Court to Hear NEET-UG 2024 Controversy Petitions Today

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear petitions regarding the controversy surrounding the NEET-UG 2024 medical entrance exam, including calls for cancellation, re-testing, and investigation into alleged malpractices. The court will consider the possibility of a retest but has emphasized that it would be a last resort, considering the impact on numerous students.

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