Government of Bangladesh Overview

The primary role of the judiciary in Bangladesh is to establish justice, punish law infringers, and protect the individual freedoms of citizens.

The Supreme Court of Bangladesh consists of two main divisions: the High Court Division and the Appellate Division.

The judges of both the High Court Division and the Appellate Division are appointed by the President of Bangladesh.

<p>Unresolved disputes begin at the village courts and may advance to the sub-district level, then to district courts, and finally to the High Court Division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Supreme Court enforces fundamental rights and ensures that constitutional provisions are upheld.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Jatiyo Sangsad can amend certain clauses of the constitution with a two-thirds majority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A two-thirds majority is required for amendments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows for adjustments in governance based on changing needs, reflecting the will of the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Jatiyo Sangsad is responsible for proposing amendments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Cabinet is collectively responsible to the parliament of Bangladesh.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There can be a lack of proper practice of democracy, affecting the amendment process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The three main administrative functions include maintaining law and order, managing administrative affairs, and preparing bills for introduction in the legislature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The parliament acts as a mirror of public opinion, reflecting citizens' preferences through elected representatives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A two-thirds majority ensures broad consensus, which can promote political stability when making changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The President has the authority to promote, demote, and dismiss high military officers and can declare emergencies for national defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One major limitation is the lack of proper cooperation and coordination among different ministries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The president calls Parliament into session, facilitating the legislative process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Parliament of Bangladesh consists of a single house, while other countries may have legislatures composed of one or two houses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The legislature has the power to make, modify, repeal, or amend existing laws without contradicting the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The President appoints diplomatic representatives in other countries and receives foreign representatives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A major factor is the highly centralized government system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The legislative branch of the Bangladeshi government, called the Jatiyo Sangsad, responsible for creating laws.

The unicameral parliament of Bangladesh.

To be eligible to run for parliament, citizens must be Bangladesh citizens and at least 25 years old.

Declared mentally unstable, insolvent, foreign allegiance, convicted of serious crime, or holding a specific office (unless exempted by law) disqualifies a candidate.

Parliament members vote to approve or reject proposed laws (bills).

Parliament has the power to modify the budget.

Parliament holds the cabinet accountable through questions and supplementary questions.

Parliament has the power to modify certain clauses of the constitution if there is a two-thirds majority

The Supreme Court of Bangladesh is the highest court, responsible for upholding the constitution and protecting citizen rights.

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court reviews judgments made by the High Court Division.

The High Court Division of the Supreme Court is the lower court level that handles initial legal cases.

Village courts are the lowest level of the Bangladeshi judicial system, resolving local disputes.

The Bangladeshi judicial system starts at the village level, progresses to district courts, and finally reaches the Supreme Court.

The Cabinet in Bangladesh is collectively responsible to the Parliament.

Executive agencies are organizations that carry out government policies and decisions, operating under the ministries.

The Executive, through the Ministries, is responsible for maintaining law and order and running the administration.

The Executive prepares and proposes bills to the Legislature for approval.

The President has the power to make decisions about high-ranking military officers, including promotions, demotions, and dismissals.

The President appoints and receives diplomats representing Bangladesh and other countries.

The Executive prepares the national budget and presents it to the Legislature for approval.

The Parliament of Bangladesh consists of a single house, unlike some other countries with two chambers.