• UGI USER
  • Jul 08, 2024
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PROVISIONAL CUET ANSWER KEY CONCERNS

Why in the news?

  • Students flagged multiple errors in the provisional answer key for the Common University Entrance Test for undergraduate courses (CUET-UG) released by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
  • The NTA allows students to challenge the provisional answer key by paying ₹200 per question until July 9.

What is CUET?

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is a centralized national-level entrance exam established by the National Education Policy and the Ministry of Education. CUET aims to standardize and simplify the undergraduate admission process for central universities, as well as state, deemed, and private universities across
India

Source: PIB
About National Testing Agency (NTA)

  • Establishment: Formed in 2017 by the Ministry of Education as an autonomous, self-sustained organization.
  • Registration: Registered as a Society under the Indian Societies Registration Act, 1860.

Functions

  • Exams: Conducts entrance examinations for admission to higher educational institutions.
  • Question Bank: Develops a question bank using advanced techniques.
  • Research: Promotes a robust research and development culture.
  • Collaboration: Partners with international organizations like Educational Testing Services (ETS).
  • Additional Roles: Manages other examinations as assigned by Government Ministries/Departments.

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