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The Bangladesh Political System
Although often marred in dysfunction, corruption, and strife; the Bangladesh government stands as one of the only democratically elected Muslin countries in the world. The political system functions as a parliamentary democracy that holds open elections for all citizens over 18 years of age. While the political system continues to adapt, Bangladesh still operates under … Continue reading
Political History of Chittagong
The political history of Chittagong, Bangladesh closely mirrors the similar political history of the greater South Asian sub-continent. Functioning as a port city for centuries, Chittagong has natural geographic benefits making it a desirable city to control for aspiring empires and leaders. Chittagong experienced political turmoil for much of their recorded history forcing several rebuilding … Continue reading
Bangladesh Politics and Student Activism
Bangladesh has a long history of intense student protest surrounding national politics. Students in Bangladesh have led major political movements and helped dictate the course of Bangladesh politics. Most recently, much of this activity in politics has turned violent, and students no longer inspire movements but encourage turmoil. The history of student involvement in Bangladesh … Continue reading
International Politics of Bangladesh
The nation of Bangladesh has increasingly became a player in international politics in recent years. Bangladesh is a member of several organizations fostering benevolent international politics world-wide. In addition, their strong stance on terrorism and general view towards religious tolerance places them in a unique position on the world stage. As a parliamentary democracy, Bangladesh … Continue reading
Religious Influences in Bangladesh Politics
Many nations world-wide struggle maintaining a balance between religion and politics. When Bangladesh gained independence from the Islamic nation of Pakistan, the nation supported a secular view on politics, focusing more on social liberties than religious fundamentalism. However, Bangladesh citizens are largely Muslim and since the signing of the constitution, laws have been enacted that … Continue reading