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Over the past few weeks, students in Bangladesh have been protesting against the Government to demand an end to the quota system for government jobs amid rising unemployment. As demonstrations continued, there were eruptions of violence which led to death and the closure of public and private universities.<\/p>\n
Deaths, injuries and arrests<\/h2>\n
Latest reports indicate that over 170 people have\u00a0died, and over a thousand have been injured. Two journalists reportedly were killed, and many others injured, while hundreds of people were arrested amidst the protests.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The High Commissioner, Volker T\u00fcrk, said many people were subjected to violence by groups reportedly affiliated with the government and there was no effort to protect these people.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn order to begin to rebuild gravely-damaged public trust and create an environment conducive to public dialogue on the underlying concerns that led to this wave of violence, I urge the Government to ensure that all operations of law enforcement agencies are conducted strictly in line with international human rights norms and standards, particularly regarding the policing of protests, including use of force,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Restore internet access<\/h2>\n
Mr. T\u00fcrk also called on the Government to restore internet access to civilians after it was shut down last Thursday to allow journalists and media outlets to communicate freely in line with international law.<\/p>\n
\u201cBlunt measures such as a blanket deliberate Internet shutdown for a prolonged period contravene international law, affecting States\u2019 obligations to respect freedom of expression and the right to peaceful assembly, as well as a wide range of other rights, including freedom of association and of movement, the rights to health and education, and a number of economic rights,\u201d the High Commissioner said.<\/p>\n
He further noted that internet shutdowns can reduce public scrutiny of law enforcement agencies, increasing the risk of \u201cimpunity for their actions.\u201d<\/p>\n
UN experts call to action<\/h2>\n
Four independent UN human rights experts also called on the Bangladeshi government to end violent crackdowns and restore internet access as student protests continue.<\/p>\n
The Special Rapporteurs\u00a0expressed that they are alarmed by the number of killings, arrests and threats.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe call on the authorities to immediately release all peaceful protesters and ensure due process for those charged and prosecuted in connection with their role in the violence,\u201d they said.<\/p>\n
\u201cPrompt, thorough, independent and impartial investigations in line with internationally recognised standards must be carried out into all human rights violations,\u201d they added.<\/p>\n
Supreme Court ruling\u00a0<\/h2>\n
The UN High Commissioner said that the Bangladesh Supreme Court\u2019s ruling on Sunday to \u201cnarrow the quota system for government jobs\u201d which set off the protests, \u201cmay open space for confidence-building, leading to meaningful and inclusive dialogue to address underlying issues and grievances.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr. T\u00fcrk is encouraging politicians there to \u201c\u200b\u200bavoid any statements or actions that could constitute incitement to violence or lead to a further crackdown on dissent.\u201d<\/p>\n
The experts said the court\u2019s recent decision is important but will not be enough enough\u00a0 to restore people\u2019s trust and confidence in the government.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cTo regain public trust, the Government needs to take responsibility and ensure a credible process of investigation and accountability to hold perpetrators to account,\u201d they said.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The experts are said to be in contact with the Bangladesh government about this matter.<\/p>\n
Role of rapporteurs<\/h2>\n
Special Rapporteurs and other UN Human Rights Council-appointed experts are independent of any government or organization.<\/p>\n
They serve in their individual capacity and do not receive any payment for their work.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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