Pralhad Joshi Appointed as New Education Minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as the new Education Minister of India, hours after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid NEET paper leak row. Pradhan's resignation has been accepted by President Droupadi Murmu.
Pralhad Joshi Named as New Education Minister
Cabinet Minister Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as the new Education Minister, in addition to his existing portfolio. The move came following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan amid protests over NEET paper leak. President Droupadi Murmu, as advised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has accepted the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan with immediate effect.
Joshi also holds the charge of the Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New and Renewable Energy. Joshi is a BJP leader who has represented the Dharwad Lok Sabha constituency in Karnataka since 2004. Earlier, he served as the Minister of Coal, Mines, and Parliamentary Affairs.
Joshi has been leading the Union Government's efforts for expansion of clean energy capacity that seeks to achieve 500 GW of renewable and non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030. Moreover, he is alligned with the vision to ensure net-zero emissions by 2070.
NEET Paper Leak Row
Commonly asked questions
The NEET syllabus released by the NTA and NMC for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Here is the syllabus for the NEET UG exam below-
Physics |
Chemistry |
Biology |
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Physics and Measurement |
Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry |
Diversity of Living Organisms |
Kinematics |
Structure of Atom |
Structural Organization in Plants & Animals |
Laws of Motion |
Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties |
Cell Structure and Function |
Work, Energy, and Power |
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure |
Plant Physiology |
Rotational Motion |
States of Matter: Gases and Liquids |
Human Physiology |
Gravitation |
Thermodynamics |
Reproduction |
Properties of Solids and Liquids |
Equilibrium |
Genetics & Evolution |
Thermodynamics |
Redox Reactions |
Biology and Human Welfare |
Kinetic Theory of Gases |
Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties |
Biotechnology and its Applications |
Oscillation and Waves |
P-Block Elements |
Ecology and Environment |
Electrostatics |
D- and F-Block Elements |
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Current Electricity |
Coordination Compounds |
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Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism |
Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds |
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Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents |
Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry |
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Electromagnetic Waves |
Hydrocarbons |
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Optics |
Organic Compounds Containing Halogens |
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Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen |
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Atoms and Nuclei |
Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen |
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Electronic Devices |
Biomolecules |
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Experimental Skills |
Principles Related to Practical Chemistry |
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The chance of a NEET question coming out of syllabus is low. As per the previous years' analysis, the questions were within the NEET syllabus only and the topics or chapters were evenly distributed. In case candidates encounter any question which is out of the syllabus, they must report it to the invigilator. In case test-takers know the answer and is sure of the accuracy, then they can attempt the question. Otherwise, they should leave the question unattempted. If it is proved that the question is out of NEET 2024 syllabus, NTA would cancel the question and award full marks to the candidates.
Joshi's appointment as the Union Minister of Education comes at a crucial time that demands reforms in the education sector to ensure zero paper leaks. It is one of the education reforms among others such as restructuring of the National Testing Agency (NTA), implemetation of anti-paper leak measures and shift of NEET 2027 exam mode to computer-based test (CBT) from OMR -based testing.
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