Violent Protests in Bangladesh Over Government Job Quota System

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Violent protests in Bangladesh over government job quota system, resulting in over 100 deaths. Internet shutdown, curfew, and military presence in response to student-led protests.

Key Points

  • Supreme Court scaled back controversial job quota system
  • Student protests demand restoration of internet, withdrawal of security officials, and reopening of universities
  • US Embassy warns of 'extremely volatile' and 'unpredictable' situation

Pros

  • Supreme Court order reduced veterans' job quota from 30% to 5% for merit-based system
  • Demand for inclusion of ethnic minorities, transgender, and disabled people in civil service jobs

Cons

  • Over 100 deaths reported in clashes between police and student protesters
  • Internet shutdown, curfew, and shoot-on-sight order implemented