New Delhi, June 20, 2024 – The Supreme Court of India has taken significant steps in response to various legal disputes surrounding the NEET-UG 2024 examination. The court has issued a directive to move all related cases from high courts across the country to itself, aiming for a unified judicial process. Additionally, the Supreme Court has temporarily halted ongoing high court proceedings concerning allegations of misconduct in the NEET-UG exam, including claims of a leaked question paper.
To ensure a comprehensive review, the Supreme Court has called upon both the Central Government and the National Testing Agency (NTA) to respond to new petitions filed by students. All matters related to the NEET-UG 2024 will now be heard together on July 8, with the court avoiding interim orders at this stage.
The release of NEET-UG 2024 results on June 4 has sparked widespread concern among students and parents, leading to numerous legal actions. Key issues include accusations of undeserved grace marks, reports of a leaked question paper, and allegations of cheating at specific test centers.
In a related decision, the Supreme Court has opted not to suspend the ongoing counseling process for admissions based on NEET-UG 2024 results. The court indicated that if the students’ petitions succeed, it might necessitate the cancellation of the 2024 exam and the associated counseling, but for now, it aims to minimize disruptions.
This decision follows a recent hearing where the court considered a petition to annul the NEET-UG 2024 exam. The court highlighted concerns over the examination’s integrity, emphasizing the need to maintain the exam’s sanctity. The NTA has been asked to provide a detailed explanation addressing these issues.
As the situation evolves, the Supreme Court’s session on July 8 will be pivotal in determining the future of the NEET-UG 2024 examination and its counseling process.
