12th parliamentary election
Jatiya Party and its penchant for drama
Coupled with its unwavering commitment to unpredictability, JaPa has been true to its sense of dedicated opportunism over the years.
For every rally, there is a counter-rally
Although it happens to be a prevailing practice, this culture of 'counter-programme' only indicates moral insecurity.
Is an election like the UK's possible in Bangladesh?
Promising elections similar to the UK is hardly enough to allay the concerns about the future of our democracy.
Why does the EC want to talk with the BNP anyway?
This sudden move by the Election Commission seems to be for lip service.
Column by Mahfuz Anam / ‘We will do whatever is required for the welfare of the people’
So who determines what is ‘required’ to ensure that welfare?
The Constitutionality of 15th Amendment
The 15th Amendment did not have the support of the major opposition.
Can Bangladeshi politics change its spots in 2023?
To avoid confrontation, both AL and BNP must come to a consensus.
Will pre-election politics remain peaceful or become violent?
A consensus among political parties is essential for holding a good election.
Neither party is upholding the spirit of the Liberation War
The streets belong to the working class and they are the ones who will decide the future of the country.
Jatiya Party and its penchant for drama
Coupled with its unwavering commitment to unpredictability, JaPa has been true to its sense of dedicated opportunism over the years.
For every rally, there is a counter-rally
Although it happens to be a prevailing practice, this culture of 'counter-programme' only indicates moral insecurity.
Is an election like the UK's possible in Bangladesh?
Promising elections similar to the UK is hardly enough to allay the concerns about the future of our democracy.
Why does the EC want to talk with the BNP anyway?
This sudden move by the Election Commission seems to be for lip service.
‘We will do whatever is required for the welfare of the people’
So who determines what is ‘required’ to ensure that welfare?
The Constitutionality of 15th Amendment
The 15th Amendment did not have the support of the major opposition.
Can Bangladeshi politics change its spots in 2023?
To avoid confrontation, both AL and BNP must come to a consensus.
Will pre-election politics remain peaceful or become violent?
A consensus among political parties is essential for holding a good election.
Neither party is upholding the spirit of the Liberation War
The streets belong to the working class and they are the ones who will decide the future of the country.
COLUMN BY MAHFUZ ANAM: A competition of errors
Is our government so weak that a proposed public meeting threatens it?
