In Brief
A minor with low vision (a benchmark disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016) sought admission to MBBS after qualifying for the physically handicapped category in NEET-UG 2018. The Medical Council of India's expert committee questioned his fitness for the course, but the Court held that persons with benchmark disabilities cannot be denied MBBS admission if they meet merit-based requirements, as the Medical Education Regulations (which incorporate statutory reservation provisions) bind the MCI. Expert opinions cannot override express statutory protections. The petitioner was directed to be admitted for the 2018–19 academic year if qualified by merit.",
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