Aryabhatt Knowledge University Reschedules MBBS Exams Amid Controversy
AKU reschedules MBBS exam for 1 centre after unrest
Hindustan Times
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The Aryabhatt Knowledge University (AKU) has rescheduled two cancelled MBBS exams at Patna Science College in Bihar due to allegations of malpractice. The Medicine and Surgery papers will now take place on May 20 and May 22 at a different center, while other candidates will complete their exams by May 15.
- 01AKU rescheduled two MBBS papers after allegations of malpractice at Patna Science College.
- 02The rescheduled exams will occur on May 20 and May 22 at a different center.
- 03Approximately 1,400 candidates are affected, with the majority finishing by May 15.
- 04Candidates from premier medical colleges allege discrimination in exam protocols.
- 05This incident is part of a recurring issue with AKU's MBBS examinations.
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The Aryabhatt Knowledge University (AKU) has announced the rescheduling of two papers from the 3rd Professional MBBS (Part-2) examination originally set at Patna Science College (PSC) in Bihar. The Medicine and Surgery papers, which were cancelled due to allegations of malpractice, will now be held on May 20 and May 22 at a different center, with a revised admit card to be issued on May 18. Approximately 1,400 candidates are participating in the exams across nine centers, with those at PSC facing delays while others complete their exams by May 15. Candidates from notable medical colleges have expressed concerns over perceived discrimination, claiming that private medical college students were allowed mobile phones during exams, while they were not. This controversy is not new for AKU, as previous MBBS examinations have also faced scrutiny. Dr. Alok Mishra, a former head of orthopaedics at Patna Medical College and Hospital, criticized the situation, calling for accountability and a thorough investigation into the recurring issues surrounding the examinations.
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The rescheduling of exams may affect the academic timelines and stress levels of medical students in Bihar, particularly those at Patna Science College.
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