Downfall of Sheikh Hasina

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This chapter explores the dramatic resignation of Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amid widespread protests against government policies. Triggered by a controversial job quota that escalated into fierce clashes, public dissatisfaction transformed into a broader movement demanding accountability. The narrative examines the implications of her authoritarian leadership and the shifting political landscape in Bangladesh following her departure.

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