History, Background, and Reasons for Student Protests in Bangladesh Against the Quota System...

History, Background, and Reasons for Student Protests in Bangladesh Against the Quota System... History and Background.. Historical Context: The quota system in Bangladesh has its roots in the country's history, especially during the period of Pakistani rule prior to Bangladesh's independence in 1971. When Bangladesh was part of Pakistan (then East Pakistan), policies and administrative structures were often biased against the Bengali-speaking majority in East Pakistan, leading to widespread discontent and eventually contributing to the liberation movement. After gaining independence, Bangladesh inherited a number of these administrative structures, including a quota system aimed at ensuring representation for various marginalized groups in government jobs and educational institutions. Establishment of the Quota System : The quota system in Bangladesh was officially instituted to address disparities and to ensure representation for different groups within...