New Delhi: In the wake of the ongoing exam scam plaguing the country, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has taken a significant step by canceling the UGC-NET June 2024 Examination. The decision comes after concerns about the integrity of the exam surfaced. Here are the key details:
- Cancellation and Fresh Examination:
- The UGC-NET June 2024 Examination, which was conducted in OMR (pen and paper) mode on June 18, 2024, across various cities, has been nullified.
- The Ministry of Education, Government of India, prioritizing transparency and sanctity, has decided to cancel the exam.
- A fresh examination will be scheduled, and detailed information will be shared separately.
- NEET Paper Leak Connection:
- The cancellation decision follows the NEET paper leak controversy. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan revealed that the question paper had leaked on the darknet.
- Shockingly, the leaked paper was also circulated in a Telegram group the night before the exam.
- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is now investigating the matter.
- Student Protests:
- Students across the country are voicing their discontent against the irregularities in examinations.
- At Jantar Mantar in Delhi, an indefinite protest continues, spearheaded by various student groups, including the All India Student Association (AISA) and the Revolutionary Youth Organization (KYS) of DU.
- Their rallying cry: “India Against NTA.” They demand the dissolution of NTA, the resignation of the Education Minister, and sweeping reforms.
- CBI Takes Action:
- The CBI is actively investigating the examination controversy.
- In connection with the NEET paper leak case, the CBI recently arrested Dr. Ehsan-ul-Haq (Principal) and Imtiaz Alam (Vice Principal) of Oasis School in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand.
- The agency is committed to upholding the sanctity of examinations and ensuring justice.
Stay tuned for further updates as the situation unfolds. The integrity of our education system remains paramount, and strict action awaits those involved in compromising it.
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