Medical association alleges NTA ignored SC directions, demands overhaul after NEET-UG leak.
The Federation of Indian Medical Association (FAIMA) has petitioned the Supreme Court, alleging "recurring, systemic, and catastrophic" failures by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in conducting the NEET-UG exam. FAIMA claims NTA ignored recommendations from the Radhakrishnan Committee and previous SC directions following a 2024 paper leak. The petition highlights NTA's reliance on unverified private service providers, leading to lapses like unauthorized access to strongrooms and insecure transportation of sensitive materials. FAIMA urges the SC to invoke Article 142 for a modern, foolproof, and transparent system, arguing that mere cancellation of the exam is insufficient.
Key Points
- FAIMA has accused the National Testing Agency (NTA) of repeated systemic failures in conducting the NEET-UG exam.
- The petition alleges that NTA disregarded recommendations from the Radhakrishnan Committee and Supreme Court directions after a 2024 paper leak.
- NTA's reliance on unverified private service providers for logistics and security is cited as a major cause of examination lapses.
- Lapses include unauthorized strongroom access, insecure transportation of exam materials, and lack of oversight over invigilators.
- FAIMA seeks the Supreme Court's intervention under Article 142 to establish a transparent and foolproof examination system.
Exam Facts
- National Testing Agency (NTA).
- National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG).
- Federation of Indian Medical Association (FAIMA).
- Article 142 of the Constitution.
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