Why We Need To Rethink About Competitive Exams

The author critiques the evolution of India’s medical entrance exams, arguing that the shift toward centralized tests like NEET has intensified extreme financial, mental, and social pressures on students. They contend that these exams prioritize rote memorization over true aptitude and unfairly demand that 18-year-olds make definitive, lifelong career decisions. Ultimately, the piece calls for a more equitable and modern approach to evaluating undergraduate potential.