Amplified Anger, Protest Cultures, and Digital Activism in South Asia

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the relationship between social media, collective anger, and youth-led protests in South Asia.
• Analyzed social media trends and participation during protests.
• Examined case studies of protests in Bangladesh and Nepal.
• Investigated the role of digital platforms in mobilizing youth.
• Significant increase in youth engagement on social media during protests.
• Youth-led protests successfully challenged government authority in both countries.
• Emergence of a new form of digital citizenship among young activists.