VOICED : Suu Kyis party prepares to take charge of Myanmar parliament

VOICED : Suu Kyis party prepares to take charge of Myanmar parliament

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The transcript discusses Myanmar's historic political transition as the National League for Democracy (NLD), led by Aung San Suu Kyi, takes control after winning the majority in the elections. Despite the military retaining some power, expectations for change are high. Aung San Suu Kyi, revered for her opposition to military rule, plans to lead by proxy due to constitutional restrictions. The focus is on improving education and other sectors. The new government faces challenges in working with the military, and while reforms have been significant, more progress is needed for a fully democratic era.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant political transition is taking place in Myanmar?

A change from a republic to a monarchy

A transition from military rule to a government led by the NLD

A move from democracy to military rule

A shift from monarchy to democracy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of seats did the NLD win in the November elections?

80%

90%

50%

60%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sector is expected to improve first under the new NLD government?

Healthcare

Education

Tourism

Infrastructure

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Aung San Suu Kyi unable to become the president of Myanmar?

She prefers to be a military leader

She lost the presidential election

She is constitutionally barred

She chose not to run for president

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the biggest challenges for the new government in Myanmar?

Working alongside the military

Reducing unemployment

Managing economic growth

Improving international relations