When did the students' protests that led to Hu's resignation take place?
December 1986 and January 1987
November 1986 and December 1986
January 1987 and February 1987
October 1986 and November 1986
Answer
Hu's resignation followed extensive student demonstrations in December 1986 and January 1987, sparked by the death of a student during the Democracy Wall Movement, which symbolized broader democratic aspirations amid economic reforms and social change.
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