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Pralhad Joshi Handed Education Ministry After Pradhan Quits

29 July 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSPralhad JoshiHanded EducationMinistry AfterPradhan Quits29 July 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

A ministerial reshuffle followed the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak row, with Pralhad Joshi taking the education portfolio additionally.

Key facts

  • Who: Pralhad Joshi, a Union Minister, takes additional charge of Education.
  • Why: Dharmendra Pradhan resigned after the NEET-UG 2026 leak controversy; resignation accepted under Article 75(2) by President Droupadi Murmu.
  • Secretaries: Naresh Pal Gangwar for Higher Education; T.K. Anil Kumar for School Education and Literacy.
  • Intent: win back public trust in the education system.

Exam angle

  • Constitutional provision: Article 75(2) cited for the resignation.
  • Trigger: NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
  • Officials: Gangwar (Higher Education), Anil Kumar (School Education and Literacy).

Test yourself

1. Who was given additional charge as Union Education Minister in July 2026?

Pralhad Joshi received additional charge after Pradhan resigned.

2. Under which Article did the President accept the Education Minister's resignation?

The resignation was accepted under Article 75(2).

3. Who became Secretary of Higher Education in the leadership change?

Naresh Pal Gangwar took charge as Secretary of Higher Education.

This topic is part of Daily Current Affairs 28 July 2026 (19 topics).

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