What was the main reason for the 8888 Uprising?
Economic crisis
Religious conflict
Ethnic tensions
Foreign invasion
Answer
The 8888 Uprising was primarily sparked by an economic crisis in Burma, which was caused by the failed policies of the Burmese Way to Socialism. The widespread poverty and economic stagnation led to mass protests demanding democracy and an end to military rule.
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