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NEW DELHI (AP) \u2014 India\u2019s education minister resigned on Saturday after weeks of protests that demanded his removal over alleged leaks in some of the country\u2019s most competitive entrance exams and irregularities in the education system.<\/p>\n

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The move marked the first major concession from Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s government after the Cockroach movement held weeks of nationwide demonstrations, sit-ins and hunger strikes demanding Dharmendra Pradhan\u2019s resignation.<\/p>\n

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The demonstrations have become one of the most visible signs of public dissent against Modi\u2019s government in recent years, with thousands returning to the streets even after police used tear gas and batons this week to disperse marchers trying to reach Parliament.<\/p>\n

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India\u2019s education minister has resigned after weeks of protests over alleged exam leaks and irregularities in the education system. This marks the first major concession from Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s government. The Cockroach movement has held nationwide demonstrations, sit-ins, and hunger strikes demanding Dharmendra Pradhan\u2019s resignation. The protests have become a significant sign of public dissent against Modi\u2019s government. 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