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This study investigates the interplay between democracy, development, and democratic governance gaps in Bangladesh and other developing countries. The main objectives are twofold: first, to explore how Bangladesh has achieved economic growth despite lacking democratic governance, and second, to assess the contradiction between democracy and development in developing nations. Employing a theoretical framework that views democracy and democratic governance as crucial processes of social transformation and political participation, this paper argues that structural barriers limit citizen involvement, leading to deficits in democratic governance. By analyzing secondary documents, the study reveals that Bangladesh's economic progress coexists with a shortfall in democratic governance due to insufficient social transformation. To address this issue, enhancing democratic institutions, promoting social reform, and removing structural barriers are vital. The findings hold significance for other developing countries facing similar challenges.

It has been observed that gender inequality is relatively more pronounced in developing countries. Economic instability and all other social problems it engenders seem to further limit the prospects of women's participation in all aspects of social life. Such is the challenge being faced in Bangladesh. Remnants of patriarchy make it difficult for women to participate in local governance. Outnumbered by men in public offices, they often suffer from an atmosphere of non-cooperation. Furthermore, social institutions continue to promote stereotyped roles of men and women, thus making women think of their roles as inferior. As a result, they do not muster enough self-esteem needed to fully assert themselves in the bureaucracy. The origin and ramifications of this problem can be seen in terms of how institutions and practices contribute to gender inequality. State initiatives to promote a level playing field for women are inadequate. The struggle for equal rights of women has still a long way to go and this could not be achieved without addressing the fundamental economic and political obstacles thereto in Bangladesh.

This paper aims to provide a better understanding of the power decentralisation process at the local level in Bangladesh. More specifically, this paper intends to explore whether or not the much needed autonomy has been built into the decentralisation process. The paper is basically based on the review of secondary materials. However, efforts have been made to consult all the available local government commission reports. The study findings suggest that, despite having Constitutional recognition of the establishment of a strong and independent local government system, the political leadership of Bangladesh has initiated different reforms to bring changes to the structure of the Local Government Institutions (LGIs) in the name of decentralisation. However, the main intentions behind most of the reforms have been to strengthen their political base in the particular area. As a result, these institutions could not be established as a focal point of development where people would have the power to monitor and control their constituencies.

This article explores the state of women's participation in the political process in Bangladesh. Available data substantiates that women's organizations, donors, and nongovernmental organizations have influenced the government of Bangladesh to introduce quotas for women. Although quotas have increased the total number of women in political arenas, their representation in the decision-making process has not yet been ensured. They still face several social, cultural, and religious challenges which hinder their participation and they are still neglected by their male counterparts. Once they ask for their rights, they are very often victimized, assaulted, and harassed.

This article explores the state of women's participation in the political process in Bangladesh. Available data substantiates that women's organizations, donors, and nongovernmental organizations have influenced the government of Bangladesh to introduce quotas for women. Although quotas have increased the total number of women in political arenas, their representation in the decision-making process has not yet been ensured. They still face several social, cultural, and religious challenges which hinder their participation and they are still neglected by their male counterparts. Once they ask for their rights, they are very often victimized, assaulted, and harassed. [Reprinted by permission of Sage Publications Ltd., copyright 2008 International Political Science Association.]

This article focuses on how central-local relations create inter-organisational coordination problems, which in the long run affect the implementation of policies in urban governance. (Asia Pac J Public Adm/NIAS-Han)

What happens to policy implementation when the process suffers from problems of coordination? In this article, the focus is on how central-local relations create inter-organisational coordination problems, which in the long run affect the implementation of policies in urban governance. In the case of the Rajshahi City Corporation (RCC) in Bangladesh, the central-local relationship is determined by the political identity of the mayor. By virtue of his attachment with the party in power, the RCC receives more favours especially in terms of the allocation of resources from the central government. These resources facilitate the completion of many development projects. Figures, References. Adapted from the source document.