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IIT Exam Question Goes Viral, Sparks Online Debate over Former Delhi CM's Filter Design for PM Modi's Program

February 23, 2025 at 10:31:58 AM GMT+5:30

A question from the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT Kanpur has caused a stir on social media as it references former Delhi Chief Minister and IIT alumnus Arvind Kejriwal's post-election plans. The question involves designing a filter to tune into Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Mann Ki Baat" program on Vividh Bharti FM while rejecting other FM channels at specific frequencies. The question has drawn mixed reactions, with some criticizing the author and others praising it as a smart and timely question.

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IIT Kanpur Exam Question Sparks Controversy: Designing a Filter to Tune into Modi's "Mann Ki Baat"

Background:

On February 26, 2023, a question from the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT Kanpur sparked a stir on social media. The question, part of a final semester exam, asked students to design a filter capable of tuning into Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio program "Mann Ki Baat" on Vividh Bharti FM while rejecting other FM channels at specific frequencies.

Question Details:

The question provided the following specifications:

  • Input signal: Mixture of FM channels with "Mann Ki Baat" on 100.5 MHz and other channels at 100.3 MHz, 100.7 MHz, and 100.9 MHz
  • Required output: Only "Mann Ki Baat" signal

Reactions:

The question drew mixed reactions:

  • Some criticized it as inappropriate, arguing that it promoted political bias and violated academic neutrality.
  • Others defended it, praising it as a clever and timely question that tested students' problem-solving skills.

Context:

The question's timing coincided with the upcoming elections in three northeastern states, including Meghalaya, where IIT Kanpur alumnus and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is contesting. Kejriwal had previously announced his intention to contest from Varanasi against PM Modi in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

FAQs:

  1. Why did IIT Kanpur include the question in the exam?
    • IIT Kanpur has not officially stated its reasons. Some speculate that it was an attempt to spark debate and critical thinking among students.
  2. Was the question biased towards PM Modi?
    • The question did not explicitly mention PM Modi or any political party. However, the timing and content of the question led some to perceive it as biased.
  3. Is it appropriate for educational institutions to promote political agendas?
    • There is no consensus on this issue. Some argue that educational institutions should remain neutral, while others believe that they have a responsibility to engage with contemporary political issues.
  4. Does the question reflect IIT Kanpur's overall political stance?
    • IIT Kanpur has not endorsed any political party or candidate. The question was part of an exam administered by a single department.
  5. What has been the response from IIT Kanpur?
    • IIT Kanpur has not issued any official statement or response to the controversy.
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