The controversy surrounding alleged NEET paper leaks in 2024 continues as NTA releases the results of the retest and forms a high-level committee to gather suggestions from stakeholders. While BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad defends their actions and criticizes Congress for failing to take action, DMK MP A Raja expresses concerns over the need for NEET and its potential for manipulation. Meanwhile, there is still no update on the new date for NEET PG, with sources suggesting it could be conducted in August.
Controversy and Controversy Surround NEET 2024 Results and Retest Amidst Alleged Paper Leaks
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2024 results have recently been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), but not without controversy. Allegations of paper leaks have plagued the examination, leading to the formation of a high-level committee to gather suggestions from stakeholders and a retest of the affected papers.
Background and Allegations
NEET is a standardized entrance exam conducted for admission to medical and dental colleges in India. The 2024 exam was scheduled to be held on May 5th but was postponed to July 17th due to irregularities in question paper distribution. However, even the rescheduled exam was not immune to controversy.
Allegations of paper leaks and cheating have been circulating on social media and in media reports. The NTA has acknowledged these allegations and initiated an investigation. Preliminary findings suggest that the paper may have been leaked in some exam centers.
NTA's Response
In response to the allegations, the NTA has released the results of the retest for the affected papers. They have also formed a high-level committee chaired by former UGC Chairman Professor M Jagadesh Kumar to gather suggestions from stakeholders and review the NEET examination process.
The NTA has defended its actions and criticized the Congress party for failing to take action against paper leaks during their tenure in government.
Political Reactions
The controversy has drawn mixed reactions from political leaders. BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad has defended the NTA's actions and accused the Congress of using the issue for political gain.
DMK MP A Raja, on the other hand, has expressed concerns over the need for NEET and its potential for manipulation. He has called for a review of the entrance exam system.
New NEET PG Date
There has been no update on the new date for NEET PG. Sources suggest that it could be conducted in August, but an official announcement is still awaited.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. When was the NEET 2024 exam held?
The original exam was held on May 5th, but was postponed to July 17th.
2. Were there any allegations of paper leaks?
Yes, allegations of paper leaks have been circulating on social media and in media reports.
3. What has the NTA done in response to the allegations?
The NTA has released the results of the retest for the affected papers and formed a high-level committee to gather suggestions from stakeholders and review the NEET examination process.
4. Are there any concerns over the NEET examination system?
Yes, some political leaders, including DMK MP A Raja, have expressed concerns over the need for NEET and its potential for manipulation.
5. When is the new NEET PG date expected to be announced?
Sources suggest that NEET PG could be conducted in August, but an official announcement is still awaited.
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