No Re-NEET in 2024 - Supreme Court's Final Verdict | July 23

The Supreme Court of India has ruled it's final judgement on the NEET UG 2024 Controversy. In a pathbreaking final verdict, there will be no Re-NEET in the year 2024 for medical aspirants nationwide. The ruling came forward as there was no sufficient evidence to prove sytematic breach. Alongside this, Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud highlighted key parameters like centre-wise qualification rate, no discrepency in the Top 100 scorers, among others to put forth the Court's decision.

The Supreme Court resumed hearing on the batch of pleas seeking cancellation & has reserved judgment on the NEET UG controversy. A bench comprising Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, Justices JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra is hearing the matter.


The Supreme Court is hearing a batch of pleas seeking cancellation, Re-NEET, and a court-monitored probe into the exam held on May 5. The apex court has asked IIT Delhi to form an expert team after submissions about an ‘ambiguous’ question during Monday's hearing.

 

 

NEET UG 2024 Key Updates & Timelines

 

Key Conclusions on NEET Leak Confirmed Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud has confirmed the undisputed leak of the NEET UG 2024 paper in Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) and Patna. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has submitted status reports on July 10, 17, and 21, following the transfer of the investigation. Detailed reasons for these conclusions will be shared later.


Final Conclusion: There won't be a Re-NEET for the year 2024. Since there is no proof of systematic breach due to the lack of evidence.

 

Judgment Reserved on NEET Case With all arguments concluded: The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on the NEET UG 2024 case. Emphasizing the importance of finality and certainty, Chief Justice Chandrachud highlighted the significant impact this decision will have on over 2 million students.

Court Orders Affidavit Disclosures from NTA In an interim order, the Supreme Court has requested affidavit disclosures from the National Testing Agency (NTA), the Union, and the CBI. This follows the transfer of multiple FIRs to the CBI. Over four days of hearings, including testimony from Mr. Krishna, Additional Director CBI, the court has sought to ensure transparency and justice in the ongoing investigation.

 

Top 100 students from 95 centers, 56 cities, and 18 states

 

The top 100 students are distributed across 95 centres and the state SG. The Solicitor General reported that the NEET UG 2024 exam occurred in 4,750 centres. Among the top 100 students, they were distributed across 95 centres, 56 cities, and 18 states/UTs.

 

Centre-wise Success Rate for NEET UG 2024

 

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta submitted data showing no considerable increase in the success rate this year. In Sikar, the success rate for 2023 was 20.83% and 19.22% in 2024. In Namakkal, it was 14.78% in 2023 and 16.98% in 2024. In Kota, it was 13.1% last year and only 12% this time.

 

OMR Sheet Seal Broken Prior to NEET UG Exam

 

Mr. Mehta informs the Supreme Court that question papers and OMR sheets are sealed in non-tearable plastic covers. He says there is seven-layered security in place. However, one case presented by the Patna Police showcased the leaked question paper’s burnt remnants.

The seized material belonged to a female candidate, who had raised the concern of her OMR sheet & Question paper being tampered with, as the containing bag was re-sealed before she received it. 

Post-Lunch Session on NEET UG 2024 Hearing

"We intend to wrap up arguments today": CJI, June 23, 2024.


Indicating that the Supreme Court intends to wrap up arguments today, the CJI says 23 lakh children who took the exam “cannot be kept on tenterhooks like this.” 

 

Viral video purportedly showing photos of a leaked NEET UG 2024 question paper was doctored.

 

Mr. Mehta says the viral video purportedly showing photos of a leaked NEET UG 2024 question paper was doctored. 

“The actual images were uploaded after the date of examination. Such unsustainable, vague, and doctored videos cannot be considered in the adjudication of the allegations of paper leak in NEET UG 2024”, he asserts. 

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NEET UG 2024 Hearing on July 22

 

The issue with Question 19 in NEET UG 2024 (Physics): The problem centers around Question 19, where the correct option was mismatched. A group of NEET UG 2024 students brought this discrepancy to light by challenging the National Testing Agency (NTA)'s decision to award marks for two options for the same question. 

Formation of Expert Committee: Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Supreme Court has appointed an Expert Committee from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi to address the issue.

The court has entrusted the Director of IIT Delhi to form this expert team, which includes three subject matter experts. This committee has been tasked with formulating an opinion on the correct option for Question 19 in NEET UG 2024.

 

Mandate for Expert Opinion: The Supreme Court's decision to involve an expert team is a significant step that underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and fairness of the NEET UG 2024 examination process. This move should reassure all stakeholders that the court is committed to a thorough and unbiased resolution to the problem.

 

NEET UG 2024 Student Challenge Against NTA Decision: This move follows a series of events that have put the NEET UG 2024 exam under scrutiny. The NTA, responsible for conducting the NEET UG 2024 exam, had earlier awarded marks for two options for the same question to mitigate the confusion. However, this decision did not sit well with some NEET UG 2024 candidates, leading to the current legal challenge.

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The Supreme Court's involvement and the appointment of an expert committee highlight the importance of transparency and accuracy in the evaluation process of competitive exams like NEET UG 2024. The outcome of this review will have significant implications for the students who appeared for the NEET UG 2024 exam and the credibility of the NEET UG 2024 examination authorities.

 

The NEET UG 2024 exam is more than just a routine test; it is a vital gateway for students aiming to enter undergraduate medical programs in India. Any errors in the question paper or evaluation process could significantly impact these young aspirants' academic and professional paths. Therefore, the prompt and decisive intervention by the Supreme Court is a commendable move to ensure justice is upheld.

Stay tuned with Hello Mentor for more updates on the NEET UG 2024 Supreme Court hearing and its implications for medical aspirants.

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