Today(on 29th July), The Supreme Court declined to hear a PIL challenging the cancellation of the UGC-NET exam due to allegations of a question paper leak, sparking debate and concern among stakeholders. The Chief Justice clarified that the dismissal of the PIL does not imply a judgment on the core issues, emphasizing that affected students should present their concerns directly.
The Union Education Ministry has canceled the UGC-NET 2024 due to suspected exam integrity issues and has handed the matter to the CBI. The NEET-UG 2024 conduct in Patna is also under scrutiny. The new law aims to prevent exam malpractices with strict penalties and emphasizes the importance of maintaining exam integrity.
The Union Education Ministry is open to conducting a fresh NEET-UG exam for all 24 lakh candidates, pending Supreme Court orders on July 8. This decision reflects a commitment to fairness and integrity, amidst ongoing scrutiny over the exam’s transparency. The ministry’s willingness to adapt to the court’s directives underscores its serious approach to resolving the NEET-UG controversy.
Advocate J Sai Deepak filed a new petition challenging NEET-UG 2024 results before the SC vacation bench but was refused an urgent hearing. The petition questions the grace marks awarded to students, alleging statistical improbability and a question paper leak. The NTA has announced a review of candidates receiving grace marks. Several petitions contest the NTA’s decision.
