A wave of protests led by Indian youth and students has swept through various states, most recently Bihar, as demonstrators clashed with police over demands for job opportunities and transparency in recruitment exams. The latest unrest erupted in the state capital Patna, where thousands took to the streets last week, initially demanding employment but later expanding their calls to include educational reform. The protests have escalated a month after nationwide demonstrations led by Gen Z protesters pushed for the ouster of India's Education Minister over allegations of irregularities in conducting key competitive examinations. The government has faced criticism and political setbacks as a result, with the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan marking a significant defeat for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has tried to maintain a strongman image since taking office in 2014. In response to the protests, Bihar's authorities have detained and released over two dozen protesters, while the regional government claims it has addressed students' demands, leaving the door open for dialogue. Meanwhile, the Cockroach movement, a youth-led protest organization in New Delhi, has announced plans for another march next month to protest against what they perceive as the Modi government's failure to fulfill several promises of change, including the withdrawal of police cases against protesters and addressing issues such as unemployment. The protests have highlighted growing concerns over India's tight employment market, where government jobs offer long-term stability for millions, and the need for systemic reform in both education and recruitment processes.