According to the NTA's affidavit filed in the Supreme Court in May 2026, what was the primary reason stated for cancelling the NEET-UG examination following the paper leak?
- Pressure from medical colleges to postpone admissions
- In the interest of students and recognition of trust underpinning the national examination system
- Directive from the Ministry of Education to conduct fresh examination
- Logistical challenges in conducting re-examination in affected centres only
Answer: In the interest of students and recognition of trust underpinning the national examination system
The NTA's affidavit explicitly stated that the decision to cancel the NEET-UG examination was taken in the interest of students and in recognition of the trust underpinning the national examination system. This underscores the importance of maintaining examination integrity and public confidence in competitive testing systems.