From Ranchi to Delhi, students' protests against paper leaks and corruption intensified; these major student movements are etched in history.

After Delhi's Jantar Mantar, now students in Jharkhand's capital Ranchi are on the streets to protest against alleged paper leaks, rigging and corruption in competitive exams.

Following Delhi's Jantar Mantar, students in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, have taken to the streets to protest alleged paper leaks, rigging, and corruption in competitive exams. Monsoon rains and inclement weather have failed to dampen their spirits. Many students are on an indefinite hunger strike to press their demands. This movement is now gaining statewide traction through social media, with the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) also supporting the movement.

Students protest in Ranchi over JPSC and JSSC exams

Following the end of the student protests in Delhi, thousands of students preparing for government jobs in Jharkhand have launched a protest. They are demanding an impartial investigation into alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC examinations and improvements to the recruitment process.

Following allegations of paper leaks in the JPSC exam, protests have been ongoing in Ranchi since July 25. Following the NEET paper leak controversy, student anger over the exam system has only increased.

The history of student movements shows that when young people take to the streets to demand their rights and future, they often usher in major changes. Throughout world history, there have been numerous such movements that have had a profound impact on governance, governance, and society.

Major student movements around the world that changed history

1. White Rose Society (1942–43)

During Nazi Germany, university students and a professor started the White Rose Society, a movement that opposed Hitler's dictatorship through ideas and pamphlets rather than violence.

Its purpose was to raise public awareness against the Nazi regime and to support democracy and human rights. However, in February 1943, many members were arrested, and several prominent members, including Hans Scholl and Sophie Scholl, were executed.

2. Tlatelolco massacre (1968)

On October 2, 1968, thousands of students in Mexico City were peacefully demonstrating for democracy, freedom of expression, and against government repression. The army and police opened fire on the protesters.

A large number of people were killed and injured in this incident, which is considered a major example of government crackdown on student movements.

3. Greensboro Sit-Ins (1960)

The Greensboro sit-ins were a significant event in the American Civil Rights Movement. Four African-American students peacefully protested racial discrimination at a restaurant.

This movement quickly spread throughout America and gave a new direction to the fight to end racial discrimination in public places.

4. Kent State Movement (1970)

American students held a peaceful demonstration against the Vietnam War. During this demonstration, several students were killed by gunfire from security forces. This incident became a symbol of the anti-war movement in America.

5. Soweto Uprising (1976)

In South Africa, students protested against the apartheid education system and the apartheid regime. Despite police action, this movement became an important part of the anti-apartheid struggle.

6. Iranian Student Movement (1999)

In Iran, students launched a major movement demanding freedom of expression and democratic reforms. The government attempted to suppress it with force, but the movement went down in modern Iranian history.

7. Hong Kong Umbrella Movement (2014)

Hong Kong students launched a massive protest demanding democratic elections. Protesters used umbrellas to avoid police action, leading to the event being called the Umbrella Movement.

Although there was no immediate political change, the movement gave pro-democracy voices worldwide recognition.

The history of student movements demonstrates that youth power has often been a driving force for social and political change. From India to many countries around the world, students have raised their voices for education, democracy, equality, and rights.

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