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26 Jul, 09:05 amEducation Minister Pradhan Quits After Student Protests Force Government's Hand
Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned as Education Minister following nationwide protests over exam paper leaks. The government conceded after attempts to end the agitation — including activist Sonam Wangchuk ending his hunger strike after assurances from a Union minister — failed to calm protesters. Union minister Pralhad Joshi has been given additional charge of the Ministry of Education.
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