constitution

We must build a foundation for genuine democracy

Democracy cannot operate as a simple majority steamroller, as we also saw in the early days of our independence.

Futility of restoring the non-party caretaker government

We must first acknowledge that the Bangladesh Constitution has failed to maintain a robust democratic system.

Charting a new course

Political settlement and constitutional reform in post-autocratic Bangladesh.

The urgent need for an Ombudsman in Bangladesh to enhance transparency and democracy

Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture, grappling with a political crisis that threatens the very foundation of its democracy.

How standing committees can keep upazila parishads responsible

Utilising standing committees to their fullest potential is a crucial step towards enhancing democratic institutions.

Don’t normalise living in fear

Bangladesh is a nation that is being carried almost entirely by the labour of its underprivileged and uneducated people, who slave away at garment factories and toil abroad to send back remittances.

Our constitution and the goals of independence

The Constitution which we adopted on November 4, 1972 and which came into force on December 16, 1972 is unquestionably the outcome of our victory in the Liberation War, won at the cost of countless lives. It bears the signatures of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Syed Nazrul Islam and Tajuddin Ahmad.

Move on to extend women MPs tenure

The government has moved to make the 17th amendment to the constitution to extend the tenure of women in reserved seats in parliament.

'Govt argument to empower JS arbitrary'

The argument for empowering the parliament to remove Supreme Court judges for restoration of 1972 constitution appears as "cheap,

September 6, 2015
September 6, 2015

Thailand constitution: Military's council rejects draft

A council appointed by Thailand's military rulers rejects a controversial new constitution drafted after last year's coup.

August 24, 2015
August 24, 2015

Nepal clashes at protest over constitution leave eight dead

Violent clashes at a protest in western Nepal have killed at least seven police officers and a child.

August 11, 2015
August 11, 2015

Call for ‘constitution reform commission’

Concerned Citizen’s Group, a platform of distinguished personalities, recommends forming a “constitution reform commission”.

May 10, 2015
May 10, 2015

‘Constitutional reform for healthy politics’

To rid the current “political crisis”, a quarter of prominent citizens stress on the need for a constitutional amendment for “check and balance” of state organs.

April 1, 2015
April 1, 2015

Writ seeks stay on Dhaka city polls

Supreme Court lawyer seeks High Court directives upon Election Commission and government to stay the process of holding elections to the bifurcated Dhaka city corporations.

March 16, 2015
March 16, 2015

HC questions legality of DU admission test rule

High Court asks Dhaka University authorities and government to explain in two weeks why the new rule that bars candidates a second try at DU’s entrance tests should not be declared illegal

March 1, 2015
March 1, 2015

PM asks armed forces to stay alert to maintain democracy

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina asked the armed forces to always remain alert like other forces of the country to protect the sacred constitution and maintain the continuation of democracy braving any threat.

February 23, 2015
February 23, 2015

BNP blasts PM for Sunday’s remarks

BNP condemns Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after she had expressed her worry regarding grabbing of state power through unconstitutional means

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