Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has announced the formation of a high-level committee tasked with revamping the National Testing Agency (NTA) following allegations of irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 examination.
Key Points from the Announcement
- Revamp of NTA:
- The high-level committee has been established to overhaul the NTA and address concerns regarding the examination process. The committee has been gathering expert opinions and reviewing various models to ensure a transparent and tamper-free examination system.
- Pradhan assured that the government is committed to delivering an error-free examination system.
- Commitment to Transparency:
- The Minister highlighted the government’s dedication to maintaining a transparent and error-free examination process.
- He emphasized that strict legal action will be taken against those responsible for any irregularities. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is actively involved in the process.
- Supreme Court’s Decision:
- The Supreme Court dismissed petitions seeking a re-test of the NEET-UG 2024 exam. Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud noted the absence of evidence indicating systemic breaches or malpractices.
- The court’s decision was based on the evaluation that there was no material evidence to justify canceling the exam or conducting a re-test.
- Final Results Announcement:
- Pradhan announced that the final results for NEET-UG 2024 will be declared within two days. The NTA will revise the merit list in accordance with the Supreme Court’s observations.
- Criticism of Rahul Gandhi:
- In a social media post, Pradhan criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly politicizing the NEET issue and manipulating the sentiments of students and their families. He demanded an apology from Gandhi for the alleged attempt to gain political mileage and create unrest.
Quote from the Press Conference:
- “I would like to assure the youth and students of the country that we are committed to making NTA error-free,” Pradhan stated.
- He concluded with a statement of support for the Supreme Court’s decision, saying, “‘Satyamev Jayate’. Truth has prevailed.”
This announcement follows a period of significant scrutiny and debate over the NEET-UG 2024 examination process and aims to restore confidence in the examination system.
