democracy in Bangladesh

The price of the vote must be reform

The days of promising reform only to abandon it after securing power must come to an end.

Before preaching democracy, political parties must lead by example

Their lack of internal democracy casts doubt on the future of state reform drive

The anatomy of free speech

Beyond laws, society must cultivate both physical and digital spaces for inclusive, civil discourse among its citizens.

Crucial door now open for restoring democracy

Badiul Alam Majumdar, one of the five writ petitioners challenging the 15th amendment, expressed satisfaction with the High Court’s verdict yesterday declaring two articles of the act -- regarding the abolition of the non-partisan caretaker government system -- unconstitutional and nullified.

A step towards restoring democracy

Return of caretaker system could ensure free and fair elections

Is post-uprising Bangladesh on the right track?

The interim government’s stated goal of establishing a liberal democracy may be overly idealistic given Bangladesh’s current social and political landscape.

Building a lasting defence against fascism

We may have seen the fall of one fascist regime, but have we truly eradicated fascism itself?

Bangladesh Interim Government’s 100-day Journey: Bridging immediate needs with long-term vision

Bangladesh’s interim government (IG) has taken critical steps towards stabilising the country and signalling a new direction.

Bangladesh’s roadblocks to becoming a successful democracy

Bangladesh needs economic growth, the order of institutionalisation, the rule of law, and values to be a successful democracy.

August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024

Bangladesh’s path to principled governance

Bangladesh can synthesise a governance model that works for its people—Boishamma Birodhee Jonogan (BBJ).

April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024

Does continuity of a regime guarantee stability and development?

The test of a country’s stability is to what extent it can remain insensitive to any sort of change of government or leadership.

February 28, 2024
February 28, 2024

Flowery rhetoric on CSA cannot redeem it

High Court judge’s comments a wake-up call for CSA proponents

January 17, 2024
January 17, 2024

January 7 polls one-sided, staged to appear competitive: TIB

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) today termed the 12th parliamentary election as a one-sided one that was staged to appear competitive, and said it was an “ominous sign” for the country's democracy and the future of elections

January 9, 2024
January 9, 2024

Address rights concerns raised by the UN, West

Commitment to upholding democracy must be backed up by action

January 9, 2024
January 9, 2024

What will happen to multi-party democracy in Bangladesh?

The way the election has been held this time has made us worried about the future of democracy in the country.

January 7, 2024
January 7, 2024

The quest is for an opposition, not a government

Who will form the opposition is still a matter of speculation.

December 29, 2023
December 29, 2023

Voters without choice are just glorified dummies

You’ve already met the dummy candidates, aka independents. Now, meet dummy voters.

December 29, 2023
December 29, 2023

Strong local government for developing democracy

A stable union parishad is crucial for the long-term development of rural communities and the strengthening of democracy.

December 15, 2023
December 15, 2023

Will the political deadlock discourage first-time voters?

Another election is in the offing, and even though I want to feel excited again, I simply cannot.