Bihar Sees Rising Protests Over Alleged BPSC Exam Irregularities

Protesters demand cancellation and re-examination of the 70th BPSC prelims after accusations of a paper leak and mismanagement, with police actions drawing widespread criticism.

Protests erupted in Patna following allegations of a paper leak and irregularities in the December 13 Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) preliminary examination.
Police used baton charges to disperse demonstrators, leading to claims of injuries, though authorities insist only 'mild force' was used and denied reports of harm.
Prominent political figures, including Prashant Kishore, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi, condemned the police response, with Kishore issuing a three-day ultimatum for resolution.
The BPSC has announced a re-exam for one affected center on January 4, 2025, but protesters are demanding a statewide retest of the preliminary exam.
Authorities have filed FIRs against protestors and alleged instigators, including coaching institute owners, while investigations into funding and coordination of the protests are ongoing.