The anti-VAT protest that erupted on Wednesday has produced a large number of messages in the form of handwritten placards and street paintings – both serious and humorous – pointing out the absurdity of imposing VAT on education.

The students' agitation, protesting the government's decision to impose a 7.5 percent VAT on private university tuition fees – has come a long way, spilling onto other parts of the country.

The gallery below gives a glimpse of the messages: