The probe into purported discrepancies within the NEET-UG 2024 medical entrance examination has been delegated to the CBI for an exhaustive and expeditious inquiry.
This newest transfer follows the uproar over alleged anomalies in aggressive examinations, culminating within the ousting of Nationwide Testing Company (NTA) director Basic Subodh Singh and the formation of a seven-member committee helmed by ex-ISRO chief Okay Radhakrishnan to spearhead examination reforms.
On Might 5, 2024, the Nationwide Testing Company (NTA) administered the NEET(UG) Examination within the OMR (pen and paper) format. Subsequently, reviews of alleged irregularities, dishonest, impersonation, and different malpractices surfaced, compelling the authorities to backtrack on their claims of a foolproof system.
To make sure transparency within the examination course of, the Union Training Ministry, after an intensive evaluate, has resolved to entrust the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for an intensive probe.
In a bid to curb malpractices in public examinations, the federal government has additionally enacted the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, geared toward stopping unfair practices and addressing associated issues.
“The federal government stays steadfast in its dedication to uphold the sanctity of examinations and safeguard college students’ pursuits. It reiterates that any particular person or group discovered culpable will face the severest of actions,” a press release learn.
The Nationwide Testing Company (NTA), which orchestrated the NEET-UG exams, is underneath fireplace over alleged irregularities, prompting widespread protests nationwide, with demonstrators and political entities calling for the disbandment of the NTA.
A unprecedented 67 candidates attained a flawless rating of 720 marks, exacerbating considerations. The Ministry of Training has introduced the formation of a high-level committee of consultants tasked with recommending reforms within the examination course of, enhancing knowledge safety protocols, and evaluating the operational construction of the NTA.
The seven-member committee, led by former ISRO chairman Dr. Okay. Radhakrishnan, is anticipated to submit its findings to the ministry inside two months.
“In pursuit of clear, environment friendly, and honest examination conduct via the Nationwide Testing Company (NTA), the Division of Increased Training, Ministry of Training has constituted a Excessive-Stage Committee of Consultants to suggest reforms within the examination course of, enhance knowledge safety protocols, and assess the construction and performance of the Nationwide Testing Company,” the ministry introduced.