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What incident on 9 November 2020 resulted in widespread street protests in Peru?

  • The national lockdown

  • The announcement of new tax policies

  • Vizcarra's impeachment

  • The presidential election

Answer

Vizcarra's impeachment on 9 November 2020 resulted in widespread street protests in Peru. Vizcarra was impeached by Congress on charges of corruption, and his successor, Manuel Merino, was sworn in. Merino's appointment was met with widespread protests, and he resigned after only five days in office. Pedro Castillo was then elected president in a new election.
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