IIT Kanpur Stirs Controversy with References to Kejriwal and Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’
An electrical engineering exam question at IIT Kanpur has recently gone viral, drawing significant attention online due to its unusual reference to former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s radio show, Mann Ki Baat. The question, which was part of the university’s standard examination paper, quickly spread across social media, sparking debates and mixed reactions from various quarters.
The reference to two prominent political figures in a technical exam has led to a flurry of discussions on the appropriateness of such content in an academic setting. Some netizens have found the inclusion of political figures in an engineering exam to be humorous, while others are questioning the relevance of such references in a subject focused on technical expertise.
The question’s viral status has brought attention not only to the academic practices at prestigious institutions like IIT Kanpur but also to the broader issue of mixing politics with education. People have shared their thoughts on social media, with some expressing their confusion over the context, while others are using it as an opportunity to discuss the intersection of education, politics, and media.
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