Amit Shah on NEET Leak: Fast-Track Courts, Stringent Action
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Polity
Why in news
Union Home Minister Amit Shah broke his silence on the NEET paper leak controversy, endorsing PM Modi's decision to set up fast-track courts for speedy trials. This comes amid ongoing protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Background
The NEET paper leak controversy has sparked nationwide protests, with students demanding accountability. The Opposition has raised the issue in Parliament, disrupting proceedings during the Monsoon Session. PM Modi earlier called the leak a 'ghor paap' (heinous sin) and announced fast-track courts.
Key facts
Amit Shah said the welfare and future of the youth is the Modi government's highest priority.
He endorsed PM Modi's decision to set up fast-track courts for examination paper leak cases.
Shah called the move a 'milestone' in cracking down on those who 'toy with the future of the youth'.
PM Modi announced the fast-track court decision on X, his first public response after days of protests.
Protests in New Delhi saw clashes with police, who used tear gas and batons.
Opposition parties demand resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The issue has disrupted Parliament proceedings during the Monsoon Session.
Prelims pointers
- NEET: National Eligibility cum Entrance Test
- Fast-track courts: established for speedy trial of specific cases
- Monsoon Session of Parliament
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP): a protest group (fictional name used in source)
Mains angles
- GS2 Polity: Role of fast-track courts in ensuring speedy justice
- GS2 Governance: Examination integrity and government accountability
- GS3 Security: Paper leaks as a threat to merit-based selection