Supreme Court Expands Remit of NTA Review Panel Headed by Ex-ISRO Chief

The Supreme Court has broadened the responsibilities of the seven-member expert panel led by former ISRO chief K Radhakrishnan to review the National Testing Agency's (NTA) functioning. The panel will focus on examination security, administration, data security, technological enhancements, and mental health support for students, with recommendations due by September 30, 2024.

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has expanded the responsibilities of a seven-member expert panel, spearheaded by former ISRO chief K Radhakrishnan, to scrutinize the National Testing Agency's (NTA) operations.

The bench, chaired by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, outlined the need for rigorous examination security protocols following multiple lapses during the NEET-UG 24. These lapses included unauthorized access to exam materials and security breaches.

The enhanced remit of the committee includes bolstering examination administration, data security, and offering mental health support to students. The panel's recommendations are due by September 30, 2024, with the Ministry of Education set to implement them within one month.