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Egypt universities ban student political groups

The decision to ban student movements affiliated with political parties at universities in Egypt was met with support, as they prevent clashes on campus, and criticized because the decision is deemed illegal.

Cairo University students supporting the Muslim Brotherhood and deposed President Mohamed Mursi shout slogans at the university's campus in Cairo December 29, 2013. REUTERS/Stringer (EGYPT - Tags: POLITICS CIVIL UNREST EDUCATION) - RTX16X4K
Cairo University students supporting the Muslim Brotherhood and deposed President Mohammed Morsi shout slogans at the university's campus in Cairo, Dec. 29, 2013. — REUTERS

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