June 6th 2024.
New Delhi: The recent release of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate 2024 results has stirred up a lot of controversy and discussion. Health activist Dr. Vivek Pandey has taken a bold step by filing a Right to Information plea, seeking further details from the National Testing Agency (NTA) about the allocation of grace marks in this year's exam.
The issue came to light after the results were announced on June 4, with many candidates noticing that some students had achieved a near-perfect score of 718 or 719 out of 720. This raised eyebrows as the NEET-UG marking system follows a strict rule of awarding four marks for every correct answer and deducting one mark for every wrong answer. This sparked confusion and questions among the candidates, who wanted to understand how such high scores were possible.
In response to the backlash, the NTA released a statement claiming that they had received complaints and court cases from NEET-UG 2024 candidates regarding time loss during the exam. In order to address this issue, the NTA had granted grace marks to these candidates. However, this explanation failed to satisfy the medical community and the aspirants who were still seeking clarification.
Dr. Pandey's RTI plea demands detailed information on various aspects, including the number of students who received grace marks, the criteria and rules used to determine the allocation of these marks, and specific details about the court cases that led to the decision of awarding grace marks.
In addition to this, Dr. Pandey and a group of NEET aspirants have also approached the Supreme Court with a petition against the NTA. The petition alleges that there were instances of paper leaks during the NEET-UG 2024 examination, further adding to the ongoing controversy.
While the Supreme Court has not yet announced a hearing date, Dr. Pandey has requested an urgent hearing, emphasizing the growing concerns among students following the release of the results. The outcome of both the RTI plea and the Supreme Court petition could have far-reaching consequences, not only for the NEET-UG examination process but also for the future of countless aspiring medical students.
In light of these developments, it is essential to address the concerns raised by Dr. Pandey and the NEET aspirants and ensure the integrity and transparency of the NEET-UG examination process. The ultimate goal should be to provide a fair and equal opportunity for all students and maintain the credibility of this crucial exam.
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