Civil society and the contemporary threat to religious freedom in Bangladesh

Chaney, Paul; Sahoo, Sarbeswar

doi:10.1080/17448689.2020.1787629

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“…This discussion explores various strategies and considerations for achieving the delicate balance between religious freedom and secular governance, offering insights into the challenges, solutions, and the broader implications for diverse societies. A strong legal framework is the cornerstone of safeguarding religious freedom while upholding the separation of religions and state (Chaney and Sahoo, 2020). Constitutions and human rights laws serve as the bedrock upon which these principles are built, ensuring that individuals have the right to practice their religion freely without interference from the state (Srivastava, 2022).…”

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Challenges of Multiculturalism: Integration of Religion in State Policy

Annisa,

Tabassum

2023

Religion and Policy Journal

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This abstract explores the intricate challenges posed by the integration of religion in state policy within multicultural societies. Multiculturalism, as a philosophy, advocates for the coexistence of diverse cultural and religious groups within a single nation, emphasizing tolerance and inclusivity. However, the incorporation of religion into the framework of state governance often presents complex and contentious issues. This paper examines the tensions that arise when religious beliefs intersect with the principles of secular governance, highlighting the dilemmas faced by governments in striking a balance between respecting religious freedom and upholding the separation of religions and state. It delves into case studies from various countries, shedding light on the diverse approaches taken to address these challenges and the potential implications for social cohesion, individual rights, and democratic governance. Additionally, the abstract explores the role of dialogue, education, and policy-making in mitigating these challenges and fostering a harmonious multicultural society that respects both religious diversity and the fundamental values of the state. Ultimately, this abstract aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted issues surrounding the integration of religion in state policy and invites further research and discussion on this critical aspect of multiculturalism.

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Challenges of Multiculturalism: Integration of Religion in State Policy

Annisa,

Tabassum

2023

Religion and Policy Journal

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“…In consequence, religiousbased violence is one of the principal human rights pathologies affecting the country today. This is accompanied by a narrative of police malpractice, judicial failings, discrimination, oppression and incitement (Chaney & Sahoo, 2020).…”

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“…Although there are multiple women’s/feminist movements active today, they face formidable barriers in order to reassert their independence, reclaim lost ground and hold the state accountable for prevailing gender discrimination and the oppression of women and girls (Sabur, 2021). Contemporary analysis of the Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh (Chaney, 2021) also paints a dismal picture of rights violations, including the denial of citizenship, access to healthcare, violence, intimidation and sex trafficking. Some groups within the refugee population fare particularly badly, notably women, girls and disabled people.…”

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“…As Mohajan (2013, p. 60) observes, the situation is 'alarming… in Bangladesh human rights are violated in every sector of the country… discrimination against minorities is common'. The recent deterioration in human rights has been compounded by three factors: growing radicalisation (see for example, Islam, 2016;Khan, 2017), institutionalised discrimination, and growing state constraints on civil society (Arif & Greenwood, 2017;Chaney & Sahoo, 2020;Feldman, 2015;Haque & Ahsan, 2014;Mohajan, 2014). In contrast, the position of the ruling elite is one of denial.…”

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Civil Society Organisations and LGBT+ Rights in Bangladesh: A Critical Analysis

Chaney

Sabur

Sahoo

2020

Journal of South Asian Development

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This article explores civil society organizations’ (CSOs) views on the contemporary situation of LGBT+ people in Bangladesh. It is a lacuna requiring attention because of the country’s poor and deteriorating equality and human rights record. Here we analyse the level of attention to prevailing human rights violations and apply critical frame analysis to the corpus of CSOs’ submissions to the United Nations third cycle Universal Periodic Review (UPR), 2013–2018. These reveal how a series of key pathologies—including, violence, intimidation and discrimination—affect the lives of LGBT+ people. The wider significance of this study lies in highlighting that, while not a replacement for justiciable rights, the discursive processes offered by the UPR are of key significance in seeking to advance LGBT+ rights in countries like Bangladesh where oppression combines with extremism and political elites’ refusal to embrace equality in relation to gender identity and sexual orientation.

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“…Freedman (2009), "rising religious extremism, civil society can play a positive and constructive role in fostering tolerance between communities and religious traditions." According to Chaney, P., & Sahoo, S. (2020), the Bangladeshi context is similar to India for secularism refers not to the separation of religion and politics, but the peaceful coexistence of diverse religious communities and the exercise of religious freedom. Similarly, Cf.…”

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Government effectiveness, economic growth and the socio-political role of the middle class in Bangladesh

Mia¹,

Tao²,

Anderson³

2022

Int. J. on Social Sci, Econ and Art

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The objectives of the study are to develop an understanding of major changes such as the effectiveness of government, economic growth, religion and the socio-political role of the middle class people that have taken place in the society and politics of Bangladesh of the last few years. Apart from that this study also intends to analyze the crisis of the democratic system in Bangladesh and the widespread influence of religion on politician of the society. In addition to that, the context of the developments of economic growth in Bangladesh is significant over the last few decades, which has helped in the emergence and development of a new middle class in the country. In the past, it has been said theoretically and in the light of the experience of different countries that economic growth and development of the middle class simultaneously strengthen democracy and reduce the political appeal of religion in the society and politics. All in all, this study attempted to presents some hypotheses on the particular issues of Bangladesh.

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Civil society and the contemporary threat to religious freedom in Bangladesh

Cited by 14 publications

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Challenges of Multiculturalism: Integration of Religion in State Policy

Challenges of Multiculturalism: Integration of Religion in State Policy

Civil Society Organisations and LGBT+ Rights in Bangladesh: A Critical Analysis

Government effectiveness, economic growth and the socio-political role of the middle class in Bangladesh

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