The Constitution of Bangladesh, adopted in 1972 following the nation’s struggle for independence, stands as a testament to the collective aspirations of a people determined to shape their destiny through democratic self-rule and participatory governance.

The judiciary has a critical role in interpreting the economic and social rights as essential to achieving the preamble’s broad aims.

Our parliament, on the other hand, drafted a self-defeating provision, Article 7B, by declaring one-third of the text of the constitution as unamendable through the usual constitutional amendment process.

During the 53 years of Bangladesh’s existence, its people have had to endure and take down two autocratic regimes; not only did they oust an autocrat in July 2024 through a mass uprising, but 1991 also saw the downfall of the autocrat, Hussain Muhammad Ershad, through another rebellion.

Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture, grappling with a political crisis that threatens the very foundation of its democracy.