The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has refuted claims made by the National Testing Agency (NTA) that questions in the NEET UG 2024 exam were out of syllabus. The controversy arises amid allegations of question paper leaks, irregularities, and protests across India.
Amidst widespread controversy and allegations surrounding the NEET-UG 2024 results, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has assured strict action against any irregularities found. The minister confirmed that re-tests will be conducted for 1,563 candidates on June 23, with results expected on June 30. The re-test follows the Supreme Court’s recommendation and allegations of paper leaks and the allocation of grace marks to students.
The Congress party has accused the Modi government of covering up a major scam in the NEET-UG exam, alleging that it is a repeat of the infamous Vyapam scandal. The party’s president, Mallikarjun Kharge, cited several arrests related to paper leaks and alleged payments to education mafias. Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera also questioned Prime Minister Modi’s silence on the issue. The situation has escalated with demands for a Supreme Court-monitored forensic probe to protect the future of lakhs of students.
A writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the National Testing Agency (NTA)’s decision to award grace marks in the recent National Entrance cum Eligibility Test (NEET). The petitioner alleges that the ‘normalization formula’ used to grant marks is unlawful and violates the Indian Constitution. Amidst allegations of mark inflation, the NTA and Ministry of Education have formed committees to review the grace marks awarded. Political leaders and youth organizations have expressed concerns and demanded an investigation into the alleged irregularities.
Retired Justice A K Rajan recommends the Tamil Nadu government eliminate NEET and use Plus Two marks for medical program admissions. The committee’s report highlights NEET’s negative impact on underprivileged students. Chief Minister M K Stalin shares the report and expresses support for a NEET-free education system.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) may revise the grace marks awarded to NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) candidates. According to NTA Director General Subodh Singh, the revision will not affect the ongoing admission process.
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) has been embroiled in controversy, with several aspirants alleging inflated marks resulting in 67 candidates achieving the top rank, including six from the same exam center. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has denied the allegations but acknowledged changes in NCERT textbooks and grace marks awarded for time lost at exam centers as factors contributing to the high scores. Experts suggest the inflated marks could intensify competition for medical school admissions this year. With calls for an investigation growing, the situation remains uncertain, and it remains to be seen how the allegations will impact the future of NEET and medical education in India.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has demanded a thorough investigation into alleged irregularities detected within the NEET medical entrance examination. She criticized the Modi government for ignoring students’ concerns and highlighted reports of suicidal incidents among candidates after the results. The National Testing Agency (NTA) denied the irregularities, citing NCERT textbook changes and grace marks as reasons for higher scores. However, many students have raised concerns about mark inflation, with an unprecedented 67 individuals achieving the top rank, including six from a single center.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the results of the NEET medical entrance exam on Wednesday, which revealed an unprecedented number of candidates securing the top rank. Notably, 67 students achieved the highest score, including six from the same examination center in Haryana. This result has sparked allegations of marks inflation, raising concerns about the fairness of the exam process.
Ed-tech platform Physics Wallah claims that the topper of the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2024 examination is a student who studied through their platform. The platform made the announcement even before the official list was released, based on the performance of a student named Tathagat Awatar. Awatar secured All India Rank-1 in NEET 2024 by scoring 720 out of 720. In a statement, Physics Wallah founder Alakh Pandey expressed pride and congratulated the students and teachers for their dedication. He also encouraged those who didn’t achieve their desired results to stay motivated. Nearly 11.5 lakh NEET aspirants have successfully cleared the examination this year, opening doors for their further medical education.
