How has the Cockroach Janta Party changed India’s politics?
Summary
BBC’s The Inquiry examines how the "Cockroach Janta Party" youth protests in India have challenged Prime Minister Modi’s government. Triggered by exam paper leaks and graduate unemployment, the movement highlights a broken social contract between education and employment. Experts discuss how this unrest exposes systemic joblessness and erodes Modi’s political dominance, forcing issues of opportunity and inequality to the forefront of national debate.
Topics discussed
Introduction and podcast sponsors
Origins of the Cockroach Janta Party protests
The broken social contract and youth unemployment
Modi's political challenge and government response
Comparison with past protests like the farmers' movement
Future impact on Indian politics and Modi's legacy
Credits and closing advertisements
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