power to suppress dissent and consolidate

Bangladesh’s modern political history is a cautionary tale of unrealised democratic potential. Since the restoration of democracy in 1990, the country has maintained the trappings of democracy—regular elections, vibrant political parties, and an engaged citizenry. Yet, these features have masked a system dominated by patronage, authoritarian tendencies, and systemic violence. Two dynastic parties have long monopolised the political arena: the Awami League (AL) and the BNP. These rivals have traded accusations for decades, often using state power to suppress dissent and consolidate control.Sheikh Hasina’s tenure, beginning in 2009, represented the culmination of this trend. Under her leadership, the AL systematically dismantled institutional independence, politicised the judiciary, and eroded civil liberties. Opposition figures were harassed, imprisoned, or exiled while dissenting voices in civil society and the media were silenced. Elections, including สล็อตเว็บตรง