How the Jantar Mantar Protests Forced India to Confront Its Examination Crisis

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  How the Jantar Mantar Protests Forced India to Confront Its Examination Crisis Every year, millions of Indian students dedicate months, sometimes years, to preparing for competitive examinations that shape their futures. Among these, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is one of India's most important and competitive entrance exams, serving as the gateway to medical education. In 2026, that trust was severely tested. Following allegations of a large-scale question paper leak, the NEET examination came under intense public scrutiny. Investigations, public outrage, and the decision to conduct one of the largest re-examinations in India's history transformed what initially appeared to be an examination scandal into a national debate about accountability and educational reform. More Than Just One Examination The controversy was not only about a leaked paper. It reflected growing frustration over repeated examination irregularities seen across various competitive and...
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The Jaishankar Doctrine: Inside his Mind

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The Jaishankar Doctrine: Inside his Mind | The India Way" describes the strategic mindset and policy of Dr. S. Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister of India. 

Strategic Autonomy:

  • Emphasis on India's Independent Foreign Policy.
  • Balancing the relationships with major powers, especially the US, Russia, and China.

Neighborhood First:

  • Focus on strengthening ties with neighboring countries.
  • Fostering regional cooperation and enhancing connectivity.

Act East Policy:

  • Strengthening engagement with Southeast Asia and East Asia.
  • Fostering economic and strategic alliances.

Global South Leadership:

  • Championing the causes of developing nations.
  • Strengthening South-South cooperation.

Multilateralism:

  • Engagement in international organizations is imperative.
  • Promoting a rules-based international order.

Economic Diplomacy:

  • Harnessing economic connections to bolster strategic objectives.

Promoting trade, investment, and technology partnerships. These factors highlight Dr. Jaishankar's pragmatic and strategic approach toward India's foreign policy.

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