Protesters in India’s capital, New Delhi, have been demonstrating against the national exam system, which they claim is unfair. The protests, led by the youth movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), have been met with force by the police, resulting in injuries to both protesters and officers.
Background
The CJP was founded in response to comments made by India’s chief justice, which many interpreted as referring to the nation’s unemployed youth as “cockroaches.” The movement has since grown into a political force, articulating the frustrations of millions of young Indians.
The protesters are demanding changes to the national exam system, which they claim is rigged against them. The system has been plagued by controversies, including exam paper leaks and technical failures, placing a crushing burden on students and financial strain on families investing in their children’s education.
Police Response
On Monday, police used tear gas and batons to disperse the protesters, who were attempting to march on the parliament building. The police response was widely criticized, with many accusing the authorities of using excessive force.
Despite the police crackdown, the protesters have vowed to continue their demonstrations, with many calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The protests have sparked a national debate about the exam system and the government’s handling of the situation.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
