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Delhi Students Defy Lockdown, Protest at Parliament Over Exam Scandal

By TrendingWire Newsroom

Hundreds of students in Delhi defied a citywide lockdown on Monday to march toward India's parliament, demanding accountability and sweeping reforms after a major exam scandal. The protesters, many of them young, answered a call from the Cockroach Janta Party, a youth-led political group. They chanted slogans and carried banners accusing officials of corruption and incompetence. The demonstration came despite strict restrictions imposed by authorities to curb the spread of COVID-19. Police had set up barricades and warned against gatherings. However, protesters pushed through, leading to scuffles with officers. Several students were detained briefly but later released. The exam scandal, which came to light earlier this month, involved allegations of widespread cheating and paper leaks in national entrance tests. The government has promised an investigation, but activists say the response has been too slow. The protesters are calling for an independent inquiry and tighter oversight of the examination system. India has seen a surge in youth-led protests in recent years, with students often at the forefront of demands for transparency and reform. The Cockroach Janta Party, a fringe group, has gained attention for its provocative tactics. Monday's march was one of the largest crowds since the lockdown began. Authorities have urged calm and said they are reviewing the demands. The protest ended peacefully in the evening, with organizers vowing to return if their demands are not met.

Sources: Al Jazeera
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