10 Questions
What international honour did the person and Grameen Bank receive in 2006?
Nobel Peace Prize
Why did the person decide to launch a political party in February 2007?
To foster proper leadership and good governance
What was the name of the political party launched by the person in 2007?
Citizens’ Power (Nagarik Shakti)
How did some traditional political party leaders feel about the person's decision to enter politics?
They were apprehensive and worried about his impact
What did Shahedul Islam, a government official, hope for the future government of Bangladesh?
To stay away from corruption and combat corruption effectively
Why were some critical of the person's decision to enter politics?
They questioned his rush into politics
What was the main objective of launching Nagarik Shakti (Citizens’ Power)?
To bring about a new political culture
What kind of government did some Bangladeshis hope for due to the launch of Nagarik Shakti?
'A chance to choose between good and bad'
'Politics is different – very challenging and often controversial' was stated by whom in relation to the person's entry into politics?
'A senior leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party'
'There was no debate (over him) winning the Nobel, but politics is different' - which event does this statement refer to?
'The person entering into politics'
Test your knowledge on trust levels in political parties and participation in political activities. Explore the global trend of low trust in political parties despite high participation rates.
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