As per the new policy, Hafiz-e-Quran candidates applying to medical colleges will no longer be given additional marks in their application process.
Concurring with Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), Punjab Health Department confirmed that the policy has been revoked.
According to the previous policy, Hafiz-e-Quran candidates were given an addition of 20 marks in merit calculation during the admissions process
The marks remained a part of the admission procedure till it came to Supreme Court’s notice in April under a six-member bench, led by Justice Ijazul Ahsan.
The PMDC’s lawyer, Afnan Kundi, stated during the proceedings that the policy had already been revoked.
With no conflict over the matter raised, Justice Ijazul Ahsan closed the suo motu case.
Eliminating advantage points is considered to be a fair move in creating an equal opportunity and chances for candidates to qualify through a merit-based system.