📰 Which Political Theory Fits Bangladesh? A Hard Look at Our Democratic Identity.

Corporate Politics in Bangladesh: Where Skills Matter, But “Bhaiya” Wins Let’s not pretend. In a Bangladeshi office, your promotion doesn’t always depend on Excel skills or strategic thinking. Sometimes, it depends on how nicely you say, “Apni cha niben, Bhaiya?” Corporate politics is everywhere — from the boardroom to the biriyani table. And if you think “I don’t do politics,” just wait till you see someone get promoted for attending all the boss’s kids’ birthdays. Here’s a humorous take on how corporate politics works in the Bangladeshi context: 1. Work Smart? Better Work the System Too You could be the most efficient person in the room — hitting targets, staying late, solving problems. But the guy who takes selfies with the MD at every company picnic? He’s moving up faster than your internet on load-shedding backup. 2. The ‘Bhaia Connection’ Is Real Forget LinkedIn. Real connections are built over tea breaks with “Apnar bari kothay, Bhaiya?” Once you’re in that ‘bhaia-bonding’ circl...

📰 Which Political Theory Fits Bangladesh? A Hard Look at Our Democratic Identity By Fardin Islam Shadhin In global politics, three dominant theories — Liberalism, Marxism, and Realism — shape how nations are governed and how they engage with the world. These frameworks influence political structures, public policy, and foreign diplomacy. But when it comes to Bangladesh, the pressing question is: Which political theory best reflects our reality today? Let’s take a closer look through each lens. 🟩 Liberalism: A Democracy in Name, Not Always in Practice Liberalism stands for: Rule of law Freedom of expression Individual rights Free and fair elections Independent institutions On paper, Bangladesh appears to embrace these values. We have: A constitution Regular elections A multiparty political system But in practice, the reality often contradicts these ideals: Key Contradictions: 🛑 Free speech is restricted — Journalists and activists face legal harassment and arrests under la...