Why was the NEET 2024 syllabus changed?

<p>The National Testing Agency (NTA), had clarified the reason behind changing the NEET 2024 syllabus. NTA stated, "Due to the COVID-19 scenario, various School Boards deleted portions of each subject's syllabus. The deleted portion is still not being taken back by these Boards. The deletions were not uniform across various boards. Hence, a number of requests were received by the NTA for the revision of the syllabus." Last year, before the NEET exam, several students and parents asked NTA to release the rationalised NEET syllabus. Since the syllabus of NEET was already released before the rationalisation took place,&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The NEET 2024 syllabus revision aimed to achieve a few objectives:</p><ul><li>Streamlining and Focusing the Content: The syllabus was reduced from 97 chapters to 79 chapters, likely removing some less frequently tested topics or merging overlapping content. This aims to make the syllabus more manageable for students and allow them to focus on core concepts.</li><li>Aligning with Evolving Educational Standards: The revision might have considered recent updates or changes made in the Science curriculum at the school level, ensuring the NEET syllabus aligns with current learning standards.</li><li>Enhancing Relevance for Medical Education: The changes might have incorporated topics that are increasingly important for medical students, potentially including emerging areas of medical Science or healthcare practices.</li></ul>

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