Bangladesh's top official proposes to remove 'secularism' from constitution
Dhaka/IBNS: The Attorney General of Bangladesh, Md Asaduzzaman, has proposed to remove the word 'secularism' from the country's constitution citing 90 percent Muslim population, media reports said.
During a court hearing on the 15th Amendment’s legality, Asaduzzaman argued that amendments should support democracy and not authoritarianism.
“Earlier, there was constant trust and faith in Allah. I want it the way it was before. It is said in Article 2A that the state shall ensure equal rights and equality in the practice of all religions. Article 9 talks about 'Bengali nationalism'. It is contradictory,” he was quoted as saying by India Today.
He also sought to remove the designation of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as the Father of the Nation.
He said even though Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was a stalwart leader but stated that the Awami League politicised him in the party's interest
He said, "Honouring the contributions of Sheikh Mujib is vital," but said, "enforcing it by law creates division."
Asaduzzaman advocated for reforms to reflect the values of democracy, the Liberation War, and national unity, as he urged the court to examine the constitutionality of the 15th Amendment.
Thousands of minority Hindus rallied in Bangladesh this month, seeking protection from the interim government facing a surge in attacks and harassment.
Around 30,000 protesters gathered in Chattogram, demanding their rights, while police and military secured the area. Similar protests were reported across the country.
Since the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s secular government in early August following a student-led uprising, Hindu groups reported thousands of attacks targeting them.
However, interim leader and Nobel peace laureate Muhammad Yunus claims these figures are exaggerated.
IBNS
Senior Staff Reporter at Northeast Herald, covering news from Tripura and Northeast India.
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