Bangladesh Government Job Quota System Protest
Bangladesh's Supreme Court reduced the controversial quota system for government job applicants, allocating 93% of jobs based on merit. The protests have caused deadly clashes and widespread unrest, challenging the government led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Key Points
- Supreme Court orders veterans' quota to be reduced to 5%
- 93% of jobs to be allocated on merit basis
- Remaining 2% for ethnic minorities, transgender, and disabled individuals
- Protests challenging government led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
Pros
- Reduction of veterans' quota from 30% to 5%
- Allocation of 93% of jobs based on merit
Cons
- Scores of people killed in deadly clashes
- Internet shutdown and restrictions on communication