Students Rise Against Authoritarianism

Peaceful student protests initially aimed at reforming a quota system for government jobs escalated into a broader uprising against the long-standing leadership of Sheikh Hasina. The government’s response was brutal, with police suppression leading to widespread chaos and numerous deaths, as students rallied against state violence and repressive policies. The students expressed their collective anger towards Hasina's dismissive remarks, which galvanized support and transformed peaceful demonstrations into a fight for rights and safety. The protests highlighted deep-seated grievances against corruption, gender discrimination, and the lack of a reliable judicial system in Bangladesh.