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Education Secretary Replaced Amid Paper Leak Protests

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Why in news

Vineet Joshi has been replaced as Education Secretary by Naresh Pal Gangwar amid protests by the Central Jail Protest (CJP) over paper leaks. The reshuffle comes as a response to ongoing concerns about examination integrity.

Background

Vineet Joshi served as Education Secretary until his transfer to the Panchayati Raj ministry. The CJP has been protesting against alleged paper leaks in various examinations.

Key facts

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  1. Naresh Pal Gangwar appointed as new Education Secretary.

  2. Vineet Joshi moved to Panchayati Raj ministry.

  3. Replacement occurs amid CJP protests over paper leaks.

  4. Paper leaks have been a recurring issue in Indian examinations.

Prelims pointers

  • Education Secretary: Naresh Pal Gangwar
  • Previous Education Secretary: Vineet Joshi
  • Ministry of Education
  • Panchayati Raj Ministry

Mains angles

  • Discuss the impact of bureaucratic reshuffles on policy continuity.
  • Examine the issue of paper leaks and measures to ensure examination integrity.
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