How is India reforming its public exam system after massive youth protests? https://t.co/waYFMQv15B https://t.co/waYFMQv15B

By: ReutersTech

Published: 2026-07-27T16:01:47.319444Z

Last Updated: 2026-08-08T15:26:46.493829Z

Category: World

India is undertaking substantial reforms in its public examination system following widespread protests led by the nation's youth. The changes aim to enhance transparency and fairness, addressing concerns of exam-related stress and alleged irregularities. Key modifications include the implementation of digital evaluation, reducing the reliance on rote memorization by encouraging analytical thinking. Additionally, the government plans to introduce a standardized national curriculum to ensure consistency across regions.