Supreme Court seeks detailed government response on proposed NEET reforms, including shift to computer-based test.
The Supreme Court indicated it would closely monitor the proposed overhaul of the NEET-UG examination and directed the Union government to file a detailed response. The court questioned the feasibility of shifting to a computer-based test (CBT) and the safeguards for data protection, noting that current ad hoc measures like deploying the Air Force are temporary fixes. The Bench emphasized the need for institutionalization to prevent future paper leaks and ensure data security, especially with a CBT transition. The government assured the court that the issue is being addressed at the highest executive levels.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court will closely monitor the government's proposed overhaul of the NEET-UG examination system.
- The court has asked for a detailed response on the feasibility of a computer-based test (CBT) and the data security safeguards.
- Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe highlighted that ad hoc measures are not sustainable long-term solutions.
- The court expressed concern over data security during a transition to CBT to prevent further paper leaks.
- The government is implementing recommendations from the K. Radhakrishnan-led High-Level Committee of Experts for NTA reforms.
Exam Facts
- The Supreme Court Bench comprised Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe.
- The court posted the matter for further hearing on August 3.
- The K. Radhakrishnan-led High-Level Committee of Experts was constituted by the Ministry of Education in 2024 to review NTA's functioning.
- The NTA is opening recruitment for four General Manager positions and other experts as part of restructuring.
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