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India's Education Minister Resigns Following Mass Protests Over Exam Leak

25 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

India's education minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, has resigned following a week of mass protests sparked by an exam leak scandal. This resignation marks a significant victory for a new youth political movement that has challenged the authority of Narendra Modi's government.
In his statement, Pradhan acknowledged the pressure from students that led to his decision to step down.
The protests were ignited by allegations of an exam leak, which many students viewed as a betrayal of their trust in the educational system. The Cockroach movement, a grassroots organization, has emerged as a formidable force advocating for transparency and accountability in governance.
Pradhan's resignation highlights the growing influence of youth activism in India, particularly in response to perceived governmental failures. The Cockroach movement's ability to mobilize large-scale protests indicates a shift in political dynamics, suggesting that the younger generation is increasingly willing to…

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