What happened (reported sequence of events)
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned after protests over examination irregularities connected to the NEET-UG controversy.
After the resignation, criticism focused on National Testing Agency (NTA) leadership during the NEET-UG paper leak and the steps for re-examination. The reported account says NTA Director-General Abhishek Singh handled responses related to the NEET-UG paper leak and the execution of re-examination.
Background and earlier position (appointment timeline and prior roles)
The controversy narrative connects the MPPSC appointment to Right to Information (RTI) disclosures linked to the VYAPAM scam, involving whistleblower Ajay Dubey. These allegations claim that political recommendations linked to BJP figures influenced the MPPSC appointment.
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