BBM Subsidy and BLT Distribution Issues

The transcript discusses protests in Surabaya and Majalengka against the proposed increase in subsidized fuel prices, which are seen as burdensome to the public, especially workers and students. President Joko Widodo has started distributing direct cash assistance to mitigate the impact of the fuel price hike, aiming to support 20.6 million people. Meanwhile, the government, represented by Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, urges against politicizing the issue, emphasizing that the decision is well-calculated and in the nation's best interest.

What was the main reason for the protests in Surabaya?

• To support the government's decision

• To demand higher wages

• To oppose the increase in BBM subsidy prices

• To celebrate a local festival

Which group organized the protest in Majalengka?

• Local farmers

• Government officials

• Himpunan Mahasiswa Islam

• Trade unions

Where did President Joko Widodo start distributing the direct cash assistance (BLT)?

• Surabaya

• Jakarta

• Jayapura

• Bandung

How many people are expected to receive the BLT in Indonesia?

• 20.6 million

• 15 million

• 10 million

• 25 million

For how many months is the BLT provided to the recipients?

• 3 months

• 5 months

• 4 months

• 2 months

What is the total amount of BLT given to each recipient?

• 750,000 IDR

• 300,000 IDR

• 450,000 IDR

• 600,000 IDR

What is the main goal of the BLT distribution according to President Joko Widodo?

• To increase government revenue

• To support local businesses

• To improve public consumption

• To reduce taxes

What did Minister Luhut Binsar Panjaitan request from all parties regarding the BBM subsidy price hike?

• To protest against the decision

• To not politicize the issue

• To support the decision

• To ignore the decision

According to Minister Luhut, what has the government done regarding the BBM subsidy price hike?

• Carefully calculated the policy

• Made a quick decision

• Asked for public opinion

• Ignored the issue

What is the main issue Minister Luhut emphasized regarding the BBM subsidy price hike?

• It is a minor issue

• It is a local issue

• It is a national issue

• It is a temporary issue