Ousted Thaksin sentenced to two years

Taxon Shinawatra was sentenced to two years in jail for a conflict of interest related to a land deal benefiting his wife. Despite being in exile in Britain, his supporters remain active, believing he is being unfairly targeted. Political unrest continues in Thailand, with anti-government protests persisting as long as Taxon's influence is felt. The situation remains volatile, with both sides unwilling to back down, leading to ongoing turbulence in the country.

What was the main charge against Taxon Shinawatra that led to his jail sentence?

• Tax evasion

• Conflict of interest

• Money laundering

• Bribery

Why did Taxon Shinawatra flee Thailand in August?

• His wife was convicted of tax evasion

• He was convicted of tax evasion

• He was overthrown by a coup

• He lost a political election

What was Taxon's response to the corruption charges upon his return to Thailand?

• He negotiated a settlement

• He accepted the charges

• He vowed to fight them

• He ignored them

What is the main reason for the ongoing protests in Thailand?

• Economic crisis

• Healthcare reforms

• Environmental issues

• Political influence of Taxon

What is the stance of the anti-government protesters regarding the current government?

• They support the government

• They are indifferent

• They believe it acts on Taxon's behalf

• They want more reforms