National Medical Commission relaxed criteria to pass MBBS
Health experts are worried about the long-term impact of such adjustments on the quality of healthcare and the medical profession in the state. Image used for representational purpose. THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has relaxed the passing marks for the MBBS exam making it easier for students to qualify for the test. The move, however, has sparked worries about its impact on the quality of healthcare. Though the aggregate score to pass a subject having theory and practical exams remains 50% under the revised guidelines issued on September 1, the key change is in individual subject components. The minimum percentage for such subjects has been lowered from 50% to 40%. Similarly, for subjects with two papers, students only need to score an aggregate of 40% instead of 50% earlier. The guidelines will be implemented from October 1. The Board of Studies at the Kerala University of Health Sciences will convene on Friday to discuss the implementation. Health expert...