CBSE students, including Class 12 student Vedant, recounted their experiences of backlash after raising concerns about examination issues in a meeting with Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi. They reported being labeled 'anti-national' for seeking answers regarding their grievances. Vedant's situation, particularly involving his Physics answer sheet, sparked widespread discussion on social media, prompting calls for greater transparency in the education system. Gandhi characterized the students as 'brilliant, brave young Indians' who deserved support rather than insults. The Congress party echoed this sentiment, stating that the students were hardworking individuals who faced humiliation for questioning the shortcomings of the CBSE and the government's education policies. The meeting is expected to add a political dimension to the ongoing debate about student concerns, though there has been no immediate response from the CBSE or the Union government regarding these issues.