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How India’s CBSE exam scandal set off student outrage against PM Modi

From Al Jazeera · () English

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  • India's largest school board, CBSE, has been embroiled in multiple controversies, leading to widespread student outrage.
  • The scandals have fueled demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Modi's education minister.
  • The controversies have sparked significant student protests and calls for reform within the education system.

Widespread student outrage has erupted across India, targeting the nation's largest school board, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The board has become mired in a series of controversies, sparking significant public outcry and demands for accountability.

The escalating scandals have directly implicated the government, with many students and activists calling for the resignation of the Prime Minister's education minister. The protests highlight a deep dissatisfaction with the handling of examinations and educational standards, raising questions about the integrity of the system.

Students have voiced their frustration through protests and social media campaigns, demanding immediate action and reform. The controversies have cast a shadow over the credibility of the CBSE and put pressure on the government to address the systemic issues plaguing the education sector.

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