The Central government on Friday informed the Supreme Court that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is personally overseeing the arrangements for the NEET retest to ensure there are no lacunae. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, stated that the government is deeply concerned about the apprehensions of the youth and has implemented new mechanisms for the retest to prevent past mistakes from recurring.
New Mechanisms for Retest
Mehta told the apex court that a robust framework has been put in place to address the issues that led to the NEET paper leak. The government aims to restore confidence among students by ensuring a fair and transparent examination process. The retest will be conducted under strict supervision, with multiple layers of security to prevent any malpractice.
PM Modi's Direct Involvement
The Solicitor General emphasized that PM Modi's direct involvement underscores the government's commitment to upholding the integrity of the examination system. The Prime Minister has been personally monitoring the preparations to guarantee that every aspect of the retest is handled meticulously.
Supreme Court's Role
The Supreme Court is hearing a petition related to the NEET paper leak, which had caused widespread outrage among students. The court has been examining the measures taken by the government to ensure a level playing field for all candidates. The Centre's submission comes as part of its response to the court's queries on the matter.
Background of the Case
The NEET paper leak incident had raised serious questions about the security of the examination process. Thousands of students were affected, and the government decided to conduct a retest to address the concerns. The Centre has assured the Supreme Court that all necessary steps are being taken to avoid any repeat of such incidents.
The court has scheduled the next hearing for next week, where it will review the progress of the arrangements for the retest. The government has expressed confidence that the new measures will ensure a smooth and fair examination.
