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Allahabad HC restores CLAT UG 2026 answer key blocking merit list change
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Published on 9 May 2026
Court says judges cannot second guess academic experts
The Allahabad High Court has overturned a prior single-judge order that sought changes to the CLAT UG 2026 merit list. A two-judge bench restored the Consortium’s final answer key, warning that courts cannot function as appellate authorities over decisions made by academic experts. The ruling is set to influence the counselling process and subsequent admissions timeline for CLAT UG 2026.
- Allahabad HC set aside a single-judge order on CLAT UG 2026 merit list
- Two-judge bench restored the Consortium’s final answer key
- Court said judiciary cannot review expert academic decisions like an appeal
- Ruling affects upcoming CLAT UG 2026 counselling rounds
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