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...

The impeachment of the President of India

 The impeachment of the President of India is governed by Article 61 of the Constitution. It is a quasi-judicial process, meaning it involves both Parliamentary proceedings and legal scrutiny.

Impeachment Process

  1. Grounds for Impeachment

    • The President can be impeached for "violation of the Constitution."

    • However, the term "violation of the Constitution" is not explicitly defined, making it subject to interpretation.

  2. Procedure

    • A notice signed by at least one-fourth of the members of either House is required.

    • The motion must be passed by a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.

    • An investigation is conducted before the final vote.

    • If the motion is passed, the President is removed from office.

Exceptions & Limitations

  • No President has been impeached in India so far.

  • The Vice President does not automatically take over unless the impeachment is successful.

  • The President continues to exercise powers until the process is completed.

  • Unlike the U.S. impeachment process, which involves the judiciary, India's impeachment is purely parliamentary.



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