In a decisive move, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has mandated a retest for 1,563 NEET-UG candidates whose original scorecards were annulled due to compensatory marks awarded for delays at six examination centers.
These centers were located in Meghalaya, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Chandigarh. The Supreme Court, on June 13, upheld the Union administration's motion, ruling that the scores from the initial test on May 5 are void and that the re-examination results will be considered final.
The presence of officials from both the NTA and the Union Ministry of Education is anticipated at the re-examination sites to ensure the process's integrity and smooth conduct.
Government Stance on NEET-UG Amid 'Leak' Concerns
Despite the recent controversy surrounding a purported "paper leak" in Patna, the Ministry of Education remains resolute that the NEET-UG entrance exams should not be scrapped. Investigations led by the Bihar Police have classified the leak as a "localised affair," suggesting no widespread compromise of the examination.
Officials have highlighted their commitment to safeguarding the interests of the thousands of students who have legitimately passed the exams. This stance contrasts sharply with the historical precedents of 2004 and 2015 when the All India Pre-Medical Tests were cancelled due to more extensive malpractice.
In 2004, for instance, a Delhi Police crime branch investigation unveiled the involvement of a CBSE employee, highlighting a broader issue of examination integrity.
The Ministry aims to avoid the broad disruption seen in previous cases, maintaining that the current measures and localized nature of the alleged malpractice do not warrant the cancellation of the entire NEET-UG exam.
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