Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has renewed his state's demand to abolish the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), advocating for medical admissions based on Class 12 marks instead. This demand arises amid growing concerns about the transparency and fairness of NEET, particularly following allegations of a paper leak for the 2026 examination. Vijay argues that the current NEET system disadvantages rural and economically weaker students, favoring those with access to expensive coaching. The issue gained emotional weight after the tragic case of S. Anitha, a Dalit student who excelled in her Class 12 exams but could not secure a place in medical school due to low NEET scores. While supporters believe that reverting to Class 12 merit would alleviate student stress and reduce reliance on coaching institutes, critics caution that this could lead to a return of issues like capitation fees and inconsistent admission standards. Amidst this debate, some education experts are advocating for a hybrid admission model that combines NEET scores with Class 12 performance to enhance fairness and transparency in the admission process.