Summary
In Nepal, large protests led by young people occurred in response to government corruption and social media platform bans. The demonstrations turned violent, with significant damage to government buildings and resulting in fatalities. The Nepali Prime Minister resigned amid the unrest.
Key Facts
- Protests in Nepal were driven by frustration over government corruption and social media bans.
- Many protestors were part of Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012.
- The protests became violent, resulting in at least 19 deaths and over 200 injuries.
- Significant buildings, such as the Parliament and Supreme Court, were set on fire.
- The Nepali army was called in to help manage the chaos.
- Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli resigned in response to the crisis.
- The government initially banned several social media platforms but lifted the ban later.
- There is uncertainty about future leadership in Nepal following these events.
