Political and Economical

Conditions of
BANGLADESH from
1975-1995
An assignment on Political and Economic
condition of Bangladesh from (1975-1995).

MGT-101: Bangladesh studies

Submitted to
MR. MD. Masud Rana
Lecturer
Department of Management
University of Dhaka
Submitted by: Imam Hossain
Serial Number:136
Section: B
Department of Management
Session: 2022-2023

Date Of Submission: 21-09-2023

Political history of Bangladesh
Political history of Bangladesh after independence begins in
1971 with the independence of Bangladesh. In 1956 ‘Awami
Muslim League’ changed its name and named after Awami
league. Awami League made a great role in the movement of
Bangladesh. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman the president of Awami
league was the live line of movement. Sheikh Mujibur
Rahman wanted to make ‘Soner Bangla’ but the social and
economic condition were not suitable. In 1974 in the face of
continuing economic fall and decreasing civil disorder Mujib
announced state of emergency, legislative and judicial
branches and introduced one party system ban all the other
party. Despite all the improvement in the economic situation
the first half of 1975, criticism of Mujib grew. In august 1975
Mujib and most of his family, were assassinated by army
officer’ Khondoker Mostak’. On 7th November Mostak was
opposed by Major Ziaur Rahman.
Ziaur Rahman (1975-1981)
Ziaur Rahman appeared as the chief administrator and the
president of Bangladesh. He took some important role to
develop Bangladesh. He changed the articles 25 (2) of the
muslim countries, principals of constitution and added
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim also declared Islamic party in
polities. As president Zia announced a 19-point program of
economic reform and began destroy the MLA. Zia won a five
year term in June 1979 election, with 76% vote. The AL and
the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) founded by him.
In May 1981, Zia was assassinated in Chittagong by some
military member .
Hussain Mohammed Earsad (1982-90)
Vice president Satter took the change of president. But after
some day at general Earsad took the charge by throwing army
power. Bangladesh 10 state its democracy for second time.
All the right of politics cut short the freedom of press closed. It
is very important to note that a general Earsad called back
Sheikh Hassina form London. Hassina took the charge of
chairman of Awami League. After Khaleda Zia took charge the
chairman of B.N.P. General Earsad ruled the country as the
liked. It was very much need of movement. Join movement
against Earsad Sheikh Hassina and Khaleda Zia along with
others political party made a strong movement against Earsad
that is why Earsad gave national pole in 1986. In this pole
Awami League part and became to opposite party. The
situation came outof control day after day in a critical situation.
In 1991 Earsad hand over his power under the charge of
justice Shahabuddin Ahmed. In the possession of free fair
election.

Khaleda Zia (1991-1996)

BNP won plurality of seats and formed a government with
Khaleda Zia. In 1994, controversy over parliamentary by
election, which the opposition claimed the government had
rigged, led to general strikes and an indefinite boycott of
parliament by the opposition. In February 1996 Khaleda Zia
was re-elected by a landslide in voting boycott by the three
main opposition parties.
Economic Condition of Bangladesh
During the 1980s, Bangladesh began to shift away from
socialist policies and adopted market-oriented economic
reforms. This included privatization efforts, trade
liberalization, and encouragement of foreign investment.
Agriculture and Remittances: Agriculture remained a vital
sector of the economy throughout this period, employing a
significant portion of the population. Additionally, remittances
from Bangladeshi workers abroad played a crucial role in the
country's economy, providing a substantial source of foreign
exchange.The textile and garment industry began to emerge
as a major driver of economic growth in the 1980s.
Bangladesh became known for its low-cost labor, attracting
foreign investment and creating jobs.1990s saw a notable
improvement in economic growth, with Bangladesh achieving
a more stable macroeconomic environment. The GDP growth
rate increased, and the country began to make progress in
reducing poverty rates. Political instability during this period
occasionally hindered economic development. Frequent
changes in government, corruption, and strikes could disrupt
economic activities.
References-
1-https://en.m.wikipedia.org
2-https://digitalcommons.iwu.edu
3-Bangladesh studies and culture.