Over the past 48 hours, Nepal has been rocked by deadly mass protests led by young people who are frustrated over the country's leadership.

On Tuesday night, the Nepali army deployed troops to restore order after prominent government buildings were set on fire, politicians were attacked and violent clashes erupted between protesters and government forces.

Nepal's prime minister, Khadga Prasad Oli also stepped down earlier in the day in response to the ongoing fallout.

At least 19 people have been killed in the protests and more than 200 others were admitted to the hospital due to injuries, according to Nepal's Civil Service Hospital.

Here's what to know.

How did the protests begin?

Frustrations have been mounting among young people in Nepal over the country's unemployment and wealt

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