The controversy around the NEET-UG examination has taken another turn. A candidate has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court claiming that her OMR answer sheet was altered, reducing her score from 520 marks to just 85 marks.
The candidate, Diksha Devi, has alleged that her OMR answer sheet and score were changed. She claims she originally secured 520 marks but was later left with only 85 marks. The High Court has now sought the original answer sheet to examine the matter.
NEET-UG OMR Dispute: What the Candidate Alleges
According to The Tribune, Diksha Devi has filed a petition stating that her OMR answer sheet and score were changed, leaving her with 85 marks instead of the 520 marks she claims to have secured. The court has responded by seeking the original answer sheet for review.
This case comes weeks after the NEET-UG examination was hit by a paper-leak controversy. Following that incident, a re-examination was conducted for the affected candidates on June 21. The examination and its aftermath have since been marked by allegations concerning the integrity and handling of examination records.
High Court Seeks Original Answer Sheet
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has taken the candidate's plea seriously and has sought the original answer sheet. This move is aimed at verifying the authenticity of the candidate's claim and determining whether any tampering occurred with the examination records.
The development adds to a growing list of concerns raised by NEET-UG candidates over the handling of their OMR sheets. The examination process, which is critical for medical admissions in India, has faced multiple allegations of irregularities in recent weeks.
"The case comes weeks after the NEET-UG examination was hit by a paper-leak controversy, following which a re-examination was conducted for the affected candidates on June 21." — The Tribune
Our Take: Why This OMR Dispute Matters
This case raises serious questions about the integrity of the examination process. When a candidate's score can allegedly change from 520 to 85, it shakes confidence in the entire system. The High Court's decision to seek the original answer sheet is the right step — it shows that the judiciary is treating these allegations with the seriousness they deserve.
To put it plainly, this is not just about one candidate's marks. It is about whether students can trust that their hard work will be fairly evaluated. If OMR sheets can be altered or mismanaged, then every candidate's result is under question. The court's intervention is crucial, but the bigger responsibility lies with the examination authorities to ensure transparency and accuracy in record-keeping.
Students who have worked for years to secure medical seats deserve better. The authorities must address these allegations swiftly and thoroughly, not just for Diksha Devi but for the confidence of every NEET-UG candidate across the country.
