Protests erupted in Ranchi as student groups, led by JLKM, took to the streets demanding justice against alleged rigging in the JSSC CGL exam. As police resorted to lathi-charge to disperse the crowd, prominent student leader Devendra Nath Mahato was also detained. Despite ongoing protests and CM Hemant Soren's announcement of a CID probe, the JSSC has continued with the document verification process for shortlisted candidates, sparking further outrage among students.
SSC CGL Exam Protests: Outrage over Alleged Rigging
The Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Examination (SSC CGL) has been marred by controversy and protests following allegations of rigging in the recruitment process. Students and youth organizations have taken to the streets in multiple states, expressing their anger over the alleged irregularities.
Background
The SSC CGL is a highly competitive exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for various posts in central government departments. The latest edition of the exam was held in December 2022, with results being declared in March 2023.
Protests and Allegations
Soon after the release of the results, allegations of widespread rigging surfaced. Students accused the SSC of manipulating the merit list to favor certain candidates. They claimed that ineligible candidates had been shortlisted for document verification, while deserving candidates had been unfairly eliminated.
These allegations sparked protests in several cities, including Ranchi, Patna, and Delhi. Led by student organizations like the Jharkhand Liberal Kranti Manch (JLKM), protesters demanded a fair investigation into the matter and the cancellation of the results.
Police Response and Crackdown
In response to the protests, police resorted to lathi-charge and detentions in some cities. Prominent student leader Devendra Nath Mahato was among those detained in Ranchi. The heavy-handed tactics further angered protesters and fueled their demands for justice.
Government's Response
Amid the escalating protests, Chief Minister Hemant Soren of Jharkhand announced a CID probe into the allegations of rigging. However, the SSC continued with the document verification process for shortlisted candidates, drawing criticism from student groups.
FAQs
1. What is the SSC CGL exam?
The SSC CGL is a competitive exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for various posts in central government departments.
2. What are the allegations against the SSC CGL exam?
Students allege that there was widespread rigging in the exam, including manipulation of the merit list and unfair elimination of deserving candidates.
3. What has been the government's response to the allegations?
Chief Minister Hemant Soren of Jharkhand has announced a CID probe into the matter. However, the SSC has continued with the document verification process, sparking further outrage among students.
4. What are the demands of the protesters?
Protesters demand a thorough investigation into the allegations, cancellation of the results, and action against those responsible for any irregularities.
5. What is the current status of the issue?
Protests continue in various cities, and the CID probe is underway. The SSC has yet to release any official statement regarding the allegations.
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