The 'cockroach' in the machine: How Gen Z is rattling South Asia's elites

Young people in South Asia have become increasingly politically active in recent years, challenging established political structures in the region. Several countries including Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka experienced youth-led protests and movements that resulted in policy changes and leadership transitions. Demographic data shows that individuals under age 35 comprise a significant portion of South Asia's population, and their participation in electoral and protest activities has shifted political outcomes in multiple instances.

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