Delhi protesters defy police over exam paper leaks

Thousands in Delhi plan to march to parliament demanding education minister's removal over exam paper leaks.

Delhi protesters defy police over exam paper leaks

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Thousands of protesters in Delhi are set to defy police orders and march to the Indian parliament, demanding the removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's education minister over exam paper leaks. The protests, organized by student groups, highlight growing frustration with the handling of competitive exams.

The march, scheduled for today, follows a series of leaks in major exams, including the NEET and UGC NET, which have sparked widespread outrage. Police have denied permission for the march, citing security concerns, but protesters vow to proceed.

This is not the first such protest; similar demonstrations have occurred in recent months. The government has launched investigations into the leaks, but critics say the response has been inadequate. The education minister has not commented on the latest demands for his resignation.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why are protesters marching to parliament?

They demand the removal of the education minister over repeated exam paper leaks in major tests like NEET and UGC NET.

Has the government responded to the leaks?

Yes, investigations have been launched, but critics say the response has been insufficient.

Is this protest likely to succeed?

It's uncertain; police have denied permission, but similar protests have occurred before without immediate policy changes.

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