June 20th 2024.
New Delhi: The issue of re-conducting the medical entrance exam NEET has sparked a heated debate among the opposition and the government. While some have raised concerns about potential malpractices in the exam, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has assured that the government is taking necessary steps to address the issue.
Speaking at a press conference, Pradhan emphasized that isolated incidents of malpractices should not undermine the hard work and dedication of the lakhs of students who rightfully cleared the NEET exam. To ensure the smooth functioning of the exam, the minister has announced the formation of a high-level panel to review the performance of the National Testing Agency (NTA), which is responsible for conducting the exam.
Pradhan also urged the opposition parties to refrain from politicizing the issue and assured that strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty, including officials from the NTA. The high-level committee will be established soon to review and improve the functioning of the NTA, as per the minister's statement.
The cancellation of the UGC-NET exam for the selection of junior research fellows, assistant professors, and PhD scholars has also raised concerns. According to Pradhan, the exam paper was leaked on the dark web, causing the cancellation of the exam. However, the minister urged everyone to have faith in the system and assured that the government will not tolerate any irregularities or malpractices.
The NEET exam, which was held on May 5 across 4,750 centers, saw a record number of 24 lakh candidates appearing for it. Initially, the results were expected to be declared on June 14, but they were announced on June 4, citing the early completion of the answer sheet evaluation. This early announcement raised suspicions about irregularities, especially with 67 students scoring a perfect 720, which is unprecedented in the history of the NTA.
Furthermore, six students from a single center in Haryana's Faridabad also secured a perfect score, adding to the doubts about the fairness of the exam. It has been alleged that grace marks were given to these students, which contributed to their top rank. The NEET-UG exam, conducted by the NTA, is the gateway for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other related courses in government and private institutions across the country.
In conclusion, the government is taking necessary measures to address the concerns raised about the NEET exam, and the formation of a high-level panel to review the NTA's performance is a step in the right direction. The minister has also assured that strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty of malpractices, and the government will not tolerate any irregularities. Let us have faith in our systems, and we can ensure a fair and transparent examination process.
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