The Bangladesh Protests erupted over government corruption, economic mismanagement and human rights abuses, drawing widespread participation & international attention, here are some things to know.
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The protests in Bangladesh were triggered by the High Court's decision to reinstate a quota system for government job.
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The Supreme Court suspended the High Court order and scheduling a hearing for August 7.
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By 2018, 56% of government jobs were reserved for various groups, with the largest portion for freedom fighters’ families.
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Students are demanding the abolition of all quota categories except for those benefiting indigenous communities and the disabled.
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This week's protests turned violent with clashes between anti-quota demonstrators & members of Hasina's Awami League's student wing.
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Inflation is around 10% and nearly 32 million young people in Bangladesh are neither employed nor in education.
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Prime Minister Hasina condemned the violence and urged for patience until the Supreme Court delivers its verdict.