
More than Sheikh could stick at: Bangladesh’s PM resigns
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The Downfall of a Leader
This chapter explores the dramatic fall from power of Bangladesh's Prime Minister amidst widespread protests driven by public dissatisfaction with authoritarian governance. It details the intense student-led movements against a controversial job quota and the subsequent backlash that led to her resignation. The discussion also touches on the uncertain future of Bangladesh's political landscape following her departure and the implications of a potential power vacuum.
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