“SUPREME COURT QUESTIONS NEET-UG 2024 EXAM INTEGRITY AMID LEAK ALLEGATIONS”
Why in the news?
- The Supreme Court questioned the sanctity of the NEET-UG 2024 exam amid allegations of a paper leak, seeking answers from the Centre and NTA.
- Despite demands for cancellation, the court allowed counseling to proceed and scheduled further hearings for July 8.
About National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET):
- Purpose: Entrance examination for undergraduate medical (MBBS/BDS) and postgraduate (MD/MS) courses.
- Objective: Standardize admission for medical and dental courses across India, ensuring uniform evaluation.
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Ministry of Education.
- Subjects Covered: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology).
- Counseling: Conducted by Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) for All India Quota seats and by respective state authorities for state quota seats.
About National Testing Agency (NTA):
Major Exams Conducted by NTA:
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