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    India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation on Saturday, following days of nationwide protests demanding his dismissal. The resignations come in the wake of a scandal that saw a medical entrance question paper leaked, forcing more than two million candidates to retake the exam.[1]

    Immediate Aftermath

    Pradhan’s departure leaves the Ministry without a head at a critical juncture, as the government now faces the task of restoring confidence in its university testing procedures. Senior officials have pledged a thorough review of the exam’s security protocols.[1]

    Scale of the Controversy

    The leak, involving a full question paper for a competitive medical admissions test, constituted a systemic breach that compromised the integrity of the selection process. The civil‑service body estimates that over two million applicants have been affected, as the exam had to be re‑held to ensure fairness.[1]

    Public Response

    Student groups and parent associations staged marches across several cities, demanding accountability from the Ministry. Protestors called for the investigation of the exam board officials as well as systemic reforms to prevent future leaks.[1]

    Next Steps for Indian Education

    The government intends to convene a panel of experts to audit current procedures, upgrade digital safeguards, and introduce transparent monitoring of exam distribution channels. An interim education minister has been appointed to navigate the crisis until a permanent successor is named.[1]

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