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What are the main causes of military intervention in Pakistan and Bangladesh?

Weak political institutions, vested interest of the military, legacy of the British army, political corruption, and superiority.

The military has captured civilian government in Pakistan four times since 1947.

True

Who led the first military coup in Pakistan?

  • General Pervez Musharaf
  • General Yakhya Khan
  • General Zia-ul-Haq
  • General Ayub Khan (correct)
  • What was a common factor between Pakistan and Bangladesh regarding military involvement in politics?

    <p>Both countries have a history of being part of the British Empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which general led the military coup in Bangladesh in 1977?

    <p>General Zia-ur-Rehman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact has military intervention had on democracy in Pakistan and Bangladesh?

    <p>Discouragement and eroding of democracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The military intervened in Bangladesh again in 1982, led by General ______.

    <p>Hussain Muhammad Ershad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has prevented the establishment of a strong democratic government in Pakistan and Bangladesh?

    <p>Continuous involvement of the military in politics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are identified as causes of military interventions in Pakistan and Bangladesh? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Vested interests of the military</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first military coup in Pakistan was led by General Yakhya Khan.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the military leader during the second military overthrow in Pakistan?

    <p>General Yakhya Khan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The military takeover in Bangladesh in 1977 was led by __________.

    <p>General Zia-ur-Rehman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticisms are associated with the military's role in politics in Pakistan and Bangladesh?

    <p>Eroding democracy and discouraging the process of democratization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which military leader ruled Pakistan until 2001?

    <p>General Pervez Musharaf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Military Interventions in Politics of Pakistan and Bangladesh

    • Military involvement in politics has been constant since the independence of Pakistan and Bangladesh, hindering strong democratic governance.
    • Key causes identified for military interventions include:
      • Weak political institutions.
      • Military vested interests.
      • Legacy of the British army.
      • Political corruption.
      • Superiority complex within the military.
    • Both countries experienced numerous military coups that disrupted civil governance.
    • Pakistan has seen four significant military coups since 1947:
      • General Ayub Khan on October 7, 1958 – ruled until 1968 (11 years).
      • General Yahya Khan in 1969 – ruled until 1971 (2 years).
      • General Zia-ul-Haq on July 5, 1977 – ruled until his death in 1988 (11 years).
      • General Pervez Musharraf on October 12, 1999 – ruled until 2001 (12 years).
    • In Bangladesh, significant military interventions include:
      • General Zia-ur-Rehman in 1977 – ruled until 1981 (5 years) until he was assassinated.
      • General Hussain Muhammad Ershad in 1982 – ruled until 1990.
    • Military interventions are characterized by the military functioning as a "third political party," often undermining democratic processes.
    • Contributing factors to military influence include low literacy rates, economic challenges, and lack of democratic culture.
    • Both countries share a historical context, having been part of the British Empire and predominantly Muslim nations within the Commonwealth.
    • Military's role has been pivotal in discouraging democratization efforts in both Pakistan and Bangladesh.

    Military Interventions in Politics of Pakistan and Bangladesh

    • Military involvement in politics has been constant since the independence of Pakistan and Bangladesh, hindering strong democratic governance.
    • Key causes identified for military interventions include:
      • Weak political institutions.
      • Military vested interests.
      • Legacy of the British army.
      • Political corruption.
      • Superiority complex within the military.
    • Both countries experienced numerous military coups that disrupted civil governance.
    • Pakistan has seen four significant military coups since 1947:
      • General Ayub Khan on October 7, 1958 – ruled until 1968 (11 years).
      • General Yahya Khan in 1969 – ruled until 1971 (2 years).
      • General Zia-ul-Haq on July 5, 1977 – ruled until his death in 1988 (11 years).
      • General Pervez Musharraf on October 12, 1999 – ruled until 2001 (12 years).
    • In Bangladesh, significant military interventions include:
      • General Zia-ur-Rehman in 1977 – ruled until 1981 (5 years) until he was assassinated.
      • General Hussain Muhammad Ershad in 1982 – ruled until 1990.
    • Military interventions are characterized by the military functioning as a "third political party," often undermining democratic processes.
    • Contributing factors to military influence include low literacy rates, economic challenges, and lack of democratic culture.
    • Both countries share a historical context, having been part of the British Empire and predominantly Muslim nations within the Commonwealth.
    • Military's role has been pivotal in discouraging democratization efforts in both Pakistan and Bangladesh.

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