Question

Which of the following statement/s shows the commonalities between Bangladesh and Pakistan in their democratic experiences?

1. Both Bangladesh and Pakistan were under military rule.
2. In both places, the struggle for democracy took place in their own way.
3. Pakistan's administration began under the command of General Ayub Khan and gave up due to dissatisfaction among the people. giving way to Yahya's military rule and continued with the army rule though, elections were held by military rulers to give a democratic shape to their own rule.

Options

• i only

• ii only

• i, ii, iii

• ii and iii

Answer 1

i, ii, iii

Explanation:

Bangladesh has always been a part of Pakistan. The following are some similarities and differences between these two countries:

1. Commonalities
   Both Bangladesh and Pakistan were ruled by the military.
   Both places saw their own versions of the democratic struggle.
   Pakistan's administration began under the command of General Ayub Khan and ended due to popular discontent, giving way to Yahya's military rule and continuing with the army rule, though elections were held by military rulers to give their own rule a democratic shape.
   Similarly, Bangladesh drafted its own constitution, beginning with democracy. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman established a presidential system by dissolving all parties except the Awami League. However, following his death, the new military ruler Zia-ur-Rahman formed his own party and won elections in 1979. Later, he was assassinated, and another military leader, Lt. Gen. H.M. Ershad, took his place.
2. Differences
   To overthrow the elected government in Pakistan, the military, clergy, and land-owning aristocrats dominated socially, whereas, in Bangladesh, the leaders and party members were nominated.
   Pro-military groups in Pakistan have grown stronger as a result of conflict with India, whereas pro-military groups in Bangladesh have grown stronger as a result of India's friendship and encouragement.