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Students at the University of Dhaka in Bangladesh clashed with the ruling party's student organization, Bangladesh Chhatra League, in protests against the reinstated reservation system for government job vacancies, where 30% of openings are reserved for descendants of veterans of the 1971 independence war. The demonstrations turned violent, leading to at least 6 deaths and over 100 injuries. The government declared an indefinite suspension of classes in all national universities until further notice in response to the unrest, which has spread to various cities in the country. The protests highlight the frustration among Bangladeshi youth over high national youth unemployment rates and limited job opportunities. The article also explores the history and details of the quota system, government's response, and the impact of the protests on the country's political climate.
Source: YAHOO