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Prayagraj protests enter day 4: UPPSC aspirants demand 'one day, one shift' exams

IndiaTimes Thursday, 14 November 2024
UPPSC aspirants in Prayagraj, India, are protesting for the fourth consecutive day, demanding changes to upcoming exam schedules. Students allege police used force to disrupt their protests, while police claim non-student instigators are provoking the unrest. Political leaders have also weighed in on the situation, with some criticizing the government's handling of the protests.
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