The protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, gained new vigor in the wake of police crackdown on protestors that evoked an extensive political and popular response from the people. What started off as a minor protest became a movement that had many students, activists, opposition political leaders, and social organizations gathering at the protest site in the wake of detention and restrictions on their part by the police.
The protests center around demands for higher responsibility on the part of the government concerning any irregularities in the national level examination. In addition to calls for transparency in conducting an investigation and ensuring the credibility of the examination process, demonstrators demand punishment for the concerned individuals as well as safety for the students.
The police responded when the protestors tried to move out from the designated zones due to security reasons and limitations placed on their public demonstration. A number of protestors, even some political leaders among them, were arrested but subsequently released. However, the move was strongly condemned by opposition political parties.
Despite the harsh actions of the authorities, it seems that the protests gained even more supporters. More students, youths, and political activists joined those who were arrested by the police at Jantar Mantar. Protestors chanted slogans calling for justice, transparency, and complete reform of the examinations system in the country.
The criticism of the authorities by the political parties intensified too, as they insisted that the priority for the government should be the solution of the students’ problems rather than punishing them. As for the establishment, they claim that they tried to maintain public peace and security in sensitive parts of the capital city.
This protest campaign raises awareness about the whole issue concerning the examination system, its transparency, and how the people trust the competitive recruitments and admissions. Education experts have underlined the importance of conducting timely investigation, strengthening the security measures, and making certain reforms.
The current situation continues to draw public attention to the examination system. It is likely that it will cause further debates and discussions due to students’ determination to protest and the backing of the opposition parties.
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