Most Indians fault Modi’s handling of exam scandals, poll says

A national poll conducted by CVoter reveals that most Indians are dissatisfied with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government's handling of recent exam scandals. The survey, which polled 1,349 individuals aged 18 and over between July 29 and 30, found that just over half of the respondents expressed "not happiness" with the government's handling of the medical exam leak, which invalidated tests for millions of candidates.

Even among supporters of Modi's ruling coalition, the Bharatiya Janata Party, 40% disapproved of the government's response, while 44% believed it handled the issue well. The protests, led by the CJP, or Cockroach Janta Party, escalated rapidly, with police using tear gas and batons against demonstrators who accused authorities of excessive force.

The protests eventually spread nationwide, leading to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on July 25. A majority of those polled, 63%, called for a proper investigation into allegations of police brutality during the protests, with 58% of NDA supporters backing such an investigation. Despite the political turmoil, nearly 40% of respondents still believe Modi remains the most popular leader among young Indians, while Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi was considered the most popular among youths by nearly 28% of respondents.

The CVoter survey suggests that the real challenge lies in addressing the frustration of the youth, whose rising aspirations are met with limited opportunities. The poll also indicates that Indians are willing to support the CJP on other issues, with nearly half of those surveyed backing the movement for future causes, while less than 30% opposed.