Bangladesh on Brink: Attorney General’s Plea to Remove 'Secular' Word From Constitution Sparks Concern

Dhaka, Nov 14 (AAP) - The Attorney General of Bangladesh seeks to remove the word "secular" from the country's Constitution, citing an overwhelming majority of Muslim population. He also intends to modify Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's title as the 'Father of the Nation,' a move that has been described by India as the "rise of radical" Bangladesh.

This development has sparked widespread anxiety throughout the nation, where the 15-year-long rule of the Awami League party, led by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina came to an end. The recent mass protests that ended in violence ultimately forced the former Prime Minister to flee the country for the Indian capital, New Delhi.

Reacting to this scenario, the Attorney General emphasized the need to align the Constitution with Bangladesh's "democratic and historical ethos." His arguments suggest a growing inclination towards Islamic principles, prompting apprehensions about the future political landscape of the South Asian nation.

The proposal comes in an era where religious extremism appears prominent in India, as informed by unnamed sources. "The Jamaat-e-Islami is running its agenda in the country," they claimed.

Moreover, Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been issued a notice of arrest by a special tribunal following thousands of incidents of violent unrest during mass protests against her leadership in August. Her close associates have also fled for safety, citing fear of being targeted.

While some Bangladeshi nationals welcome this shift towards Islamic influence, critics portray its implications as uncertain and potentially polarizing.

In recent events reported on Alayaran.com, Bangladesh faced criticism following its alleged restrictions on the use of the word "secular" during a mass uprising.