New Delhi (India), June 6: Activist and educator Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday called for accountability in the education system, saying that at a time when the Prime Minister frequently discusses examinations, there should also be a serious discussion on the challenges surrounding them.
Speaking at Jantar Mantar during the protest called by Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), a satirical online movement, Wangchuk questioned who would take responsibility for lapses and demanded that accountability be clearly established.
"I fully expect the government to pay close attention. I truly appreciate that our Prime Minister discusses exams... Therefore, a discussion on exams is needed today...how are mistakes being made and who will take responsibility for them...," Wangchuk said addressing the young protestors at Jantar Mantar.
Going further, he stated that this call is not a protest instead it should be considered as an appeal because we need an overhaul of education system in the country.
Jantar Mantar witnessed a huge crowd of students, parents and other activists today during the protest called by CJP amid the continued allegations of paper leak NEET and mismanagement in evaluation process of CBSE.
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The planned protest focused on demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged lapses related to national entrance examinations.
The CJP, which began as an online-only movement, has recently expanded its organisational structure by appointing three spokespersons and holding its first press conference.
During the briefing, party representatives highlighted what they described as growing frustration among India's youth over issues related to education, employment, and governance.
The movement has also faced scrutiny over the backgrounds of some of its prominent members.
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Founder Abhijit Dipke has also been the subject of public discussion following reports of his previous association with the Aam Aadmi Party. Dipke had earlier worked on social media and digital outreach campaigns for the party before moving to the United States.
Originally from Aurangabad, Maharashtra, Dipke studied journalism in Pune and later pursued higher education in the US. He is currently based in Boston and works as a political communication strategist.
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The Cockroach Janata Party emerged after comments made by Chief Justice Surya Kant during a court hearing were interpreted by some as referring to government critics as "cockroaches" and "parasites."
The remarks sparked widespread discussion online and eventually inspired the formation of the movement. Justice Surya Kant later clarified that his comments had been taken out of context.
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