Patna, Aug. 9 -- JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad on Sunday said the ongoing protest by JPSC-JSSC aspirants in Ranchi has transformed into a mass movement, alleging growing resentment among students and young people over the conduct of competitive examinations and recruitment in Jharkhand.

Speaking on the protest, Prasad said students and young people had been peacefully continuing their agitation for more than 15 days in support of their demands and had not succumbed to provocations.

"This campaign by the students has completely transformed into a mass movement. Regarding exams and jobs in Jharkhand, there is a growing public perception that employment is not secured through hard work or merit; instead, if you pay money...