Bangladesh Islami Front has suggested that a maximum of 10 to 20 seats for women in the parliament is sufficient, opposing the proposed 100 reserved seats.
During a roundtable discussion titled “Recommendations of the Constitutional Reform Commission and Our Position” held at the National Press Club on Wednesday, leaders of Bangladesh Islami Front argued that reserving 100 seats for women in parliament, as recommended by the Constitutional Reform Commission, is excessive. They believe that 10 to 20 seats would be more appropriate.
The meeting was chaired by Bangladesh Islami Front Chairman M.A. Matin, with BNP Chairperson’s Advisor Advocate Fazlur Rahman as the chief guest.
Speakers praised the inclusion of the spirit of the 2024 mass uprising in the constitution but cautioned against comparing it to the 1971 Liberation War. They also discussed proposals to replace “Republic” with “Citizencracy” and “People’s Republic of Bangladesh” with “People’s Democratic Bangladesh” in the constitution.
Other proposals included establishing a bicameral legislature, proportional representation, ensuring judicial independence, balancing presidential and prime ministerial powers, forming a constitutional council, and setting up five commissions, including one for anti-corruption.
Islami Front leaders emphasized that inclusive constitutional policies could help resolve ethnic conflicts and reduce extremist violence. They also called for the formation of an “Interfaith Harmony Commission” and a “National Shariah Council.”
Liberty News’ politics correspondent states that among other speakers were Islami Front leader S.U.M. Abdus Samad and Supreme Court lawyer Advocate Jaglul Haider.
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