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	\| image_flag = Flag of Bangladesh.png		\| image_flag = Flag of Bangladesh.png
	\| national_motto = "Truth Above All"		\| national_motto = "Truth Above All"
	\| national_anthem = "[[Amar Shonar Bangla]]"		\| national_anthem = "'''Amar Shonar Bangla'''"
	\| official_languages = [[Bengali language\|Bengali]]		\| official_languages = Bengali language\|Bengali
	\| capital = [[Dhaka]]		\| capital = Dhaka
	\| largest_city = Dhaka		\| largest_city = Dhaka
	\| government_type = Unitary parliamentary republic		\| government_type = Unitary parliamentary republic
	\| president = [[Mohammed Shahabuddin]]		\| president = Mohammed Shahabuddin
	\| prime_minister = [[Sheikh Hasina]]		\| prime_minister = Sheikh Hasina
	\| legislature = [[Jatiya Sangsad]]		\| legislature = Jatiya Sangsad
	\| independence_event1 = Independence from Pakistan		\| independence_event1 = Independence from Pakistan
	\| independence_date1 = 26 March 1971 (declared)		\| independence_date1 = 26 March 1971 (declared)
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	\| population_estimate = 170000000		\| population_estimate = 170000000
	\| population_estimate_year = 2023		\| population_estimate_year = 2023
	\| currency = [[Bangladeshi taka]] (৳)		\| currency = Bangladeshi taka (৳)
	\| time_zone = [[BST]] (UTC+6)		\| time_zone = BST (UTC+6)
	\| drives_on = left		\| drives_on = left
	\| calling_code = +880		\| calling_code = +880
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	== Modern Challenges ==		== Modern Challenges ==
	Bangladesh faces a range of modern-day challenges including climate change, urban congestion, political polarisation, and human rights concerns. Nevertheless, the country is frequently cited as a development success, with achievements in microfinance, disaster preparedness, women’s empowerment, and public health.		Bangladesh faces a range of modern-day challenges including climate change, urban congestion, political polarisation, and human rights concerns. Nevertheless, the country is frequently cited as a development success, with achievements in microfinance, disaster preparedness, women’s empowerment, and public health.

			==See Also==
			• [[India]]

			• [[Bihar]]

			• [[Bombay]]

	== References ==		== References ==

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	}}'''[[Bangladesh]]''' is a country in [[South Asia]], bordered by [[India]] on the west, north, and east, [[Myanmar]] on the southeast, and the Bay of Bengal on the south. With a population of over 170 million, it is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Its capital and largest city is Dhaka.		}}'''[[Bangladesh]]''' is a country in South Asia, bordered by [[India]] on the west, north, and east, Myanmar on the southeast, and the Bay of Bengal on the south. With a population of over 170 million, it is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Its capital and largest city is Dhaka.

	== Geography and Climate ==		== Geography and Climate ==
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	== Historical Background ==		== Historical Background ==
	The region now known as Bangladesh was part of ancient Bengal, a rich center of trade and culture. It was successively ruled by the Mauryas, Guptas, Palas, and [[Mughal Empire\|Mughals]]. Under British colonial rule, it became part of the Bengal Presidency. After the [[Partition of India]] in 1947, it became East Pakistan, part of the newly formed [[Pakistan]]. Due to political and linguistic discrimination by West Pakistan, a liberation movement emerged. In 1971, following a brutal conflict and genocide, Bangladesh declared independence after the Bangladesh Liberation War supported by [[India]]. It became an independent republic on 16 December 1971.		The region now known as Bangladesh was part of ancient Bengal, a rich center of trade and culture. It was successively ruled by the Mauryas, Guptas, Palas, and [[Mughal Empire\|Mughals]]. Under British colonial rule, it became part of the Bengal Presidency. After the Partition of India in 1947, it became East Pakistan, part of the newly formed [[Pakistan]]. Due to political and linguistic discrimination by West Pakistan, a liberation movement emerged. In 1971, following a brutal conflict and genocide, Bangladesh declared independence after the Bangladesh Liberation War supported by [[India]]. It became an independent republic on 16 December 1971.

	== Politics and Government ==		== Politics and Government ==
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	== Society and Culture ==		== Society and Culture ==
	Most of the population are ethnic Bengalis who speak [[Bengali ~~language\|Bengali]]~~ (Bangla), the official language. [[Islam]] is the dominant religion, with a significant [[Hindu]] minority and smaller groups of [[Buddhists]] and [[Christians]]. Bangladesh has a rich cultural tradition in music, poetry, and visual arts, influenced by figures like [[Rabindranath Tagore]] and Kazi Nazrul Islam. Major festivals include Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year), Eid al-Fitr, and Language Movement Day on 21 February.		Most of the population are ethnic Bengalis who speak Bengali (Bangla), the official language. Islam is the dominant religion, with a significant Hindu minority and smaller groups of Buddhists and Christians. Bangladesh has a rich cultural tradition in music, poetry, and visual arts, influenced by figures like [[Rabindranath Tagore]] and Kazi Nazrul Islam. Major festivals include Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year), Eid al-Fitr, and Language Movement Day on 21 February.

	== Education and Development ==		== Education and Development ==
	Bangladesh has made progress in literacy and access to education, especially for girls. Leading universities include the [[University of Dhaka]] and Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). However, the nation continues to face issues in terms of education quality, infrastructure, and access in rural areas.		Bangladesh has made progress in literacy and access to education, especially for girls. Leading universities include the University of Dhaka and Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). However, the nation continues to face issues in terms of education quality, infrastructure, and access in rural areas.

	== Foreign Relations ==		== Foreign Relations ==
	Bangladesh maintains diplomatic relations with nations across the globe. It is a member of the [[United Nations]], [[SAARC]], OIC, and the Commonwealth of Nations. Relations with [[India]] are mostly positive, especially in trade and security, although disputes over water sharing and migration occasionally surface.		Bangladesh maintains diplomatic relations with nations across the globe. It is a member of the United Nations, SAARC, OIC, and the Commonwealth of Nations. Relations with [[India]] are mostly positive, especially in trade and security, although disputes over water sharing and migration occasionally surface.

	== Modern Challenges ==		== Modern Challenges ==

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	\| conventional_long_name = People's Republic of Bangladesh		\| conventional_long_name = People's Republic of Bangladesh
	\| common_name = Bangladesh		\| common_name = Bangladesh {{Verified}}
	\| image_flag = Flag of Bangladesh.png		\| image_flag = Flag of Bangladesh.png
	\| national_motto = "Truth Above All"		\| national_motto = "Truth Above All"

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	}}		}}'''[[Bangladesh]]''' is a country in [[South Asia]], bordered by [[India]] on the west, north, and east, [[Myanmar]] on the southeast, and the Bay of Bengal on the south. With a population of over 170 million, it is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Its capital and largest city is Dhaka.

	'''[[Bangladesh]]''' is a country in [[South Asia]], bordered by [[India]] on the west, north, and east, [[Myanmar]] on the southeast, and the [[Bay of Bengal]] on the south. With a population of over 170 million, it is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Its capital and largest city is [[Dhaka~~]].<ref>[https://www~~.~~worldbank.org/en/country/bangladesh World Bank – Bangladesh Overview]</ref>~~

	== Geography and Climate ==		== Geography and Climate ==
	Bangladesh lies mainly in the [[Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta]] and features fertile alluvial plains. The country is prone to seasonal flooding due to its riverine topography and heavy monsoon rains. It has a tropical monsoon climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.~~<ref>[https://climateknowledgeportal.worldbank.org/country/bangladesh World Bank – Bangladesh Climate Data]</ref>~~		Bangladesh lies mainly in the Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta and features fertile alluvial plains. The country is prone to seasonal flooding due to its riverine topography and heavy monsoon rains. It has a tropical monsoon climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

	== Historical Background ==		== Historical Background ==
	The region now known as Bangladesh was part of ancient Bengal, a rich center of trade and culture. It was successively ruled by the ~~[[Maurya Empire\|~~Mauryas]], ~~[[Gupta Empire\|~~Guptas]], ~~[[Pala Empire\|~~Palas]], and [[Mughal Empire\|Mughals]]. Under British colonial rule, it became part of the Bengal Presidency. After the [[Partition of India]] in 1947, it became East Pakistan, part of the newly formed [[Pakistan]]. Due to political and linguistic discrimination by West Pakistan, a liberation movement emerged. In 1971, following a brutal conflict and genocide, Bangladesh declared independence after the [[Bangladesh Liberation War]] supported by [[India]]. It became an independent republic on 16 December 1971.~~<ref>[https://en.banglapedia.org/index.php?title=War_of_Liberation,_1971 Banglapedia – War of Liberation 1971]</ref>~~		The region now known as Bangladesh was part of ancient Bengal, a rich center of trade and culture. It was successively ruled by the Mauryas, Guptas, Palas, and [[Mughal Empire\|Mughals]]. Under British colonial rule, it became part of the Bengal Presidency. After the [[Partition of India]] in 1947, it became East Pakistan, part of the newly formed [[Pakistan]]. Due to political and linguistic discrimination by West Pakistan, a liberation movement emerged. In 1971, following a brutal conflict and genocide, Bangladesh declared independence after the Bangladesh Liberation War supported by [[India]]. It became an independent republic on 16 December 1971.

	== Politics and Government ==		== Politics and Government ==
	Bangladesh is a parliamentary democracy. The President serves as the ceremonial head of state, while executive power lies with the Prime Minister. Key political parties include the [[Awami League]], the [[Bangladesh Nationalist Party]] (BNP), and the [[Jatiya Party]]. While the judiciary is independent by law, it has faced criticism for alleged political influence.~~<ref>[https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/bangladesh/ CIA World Factbook – Bangladesh]</ref>~~		Bangladesh is a parliamentary democracy. The President serves as the ceremonial head of state, while executive power lies with the Prime Minister. Key political parties include the Awami League, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), and the Jatiya Party. While the judiciary is independent by law, it has faced criticism for alleged political influence.

	== Economy ==		== Economy ==
	Over the past two decades, Bangladesh has demonstrated robust economic growth. Major sectors include the [[garment industry]], [[agriculture]], [[remittances]], [[pharmaceuticals]], and information and communication technology. It is the second-largest exporter of ready-made garments globally, following China. However, the nation still grapples with challenges such as corruption, inequality, and infrastructure limitations.~~<ref>[https://www.adb.org/countries/bangladesh/economy Asian Development Bank – Bangladesh Economy]</ref>~~		Over the past two decades, Bangladesh has demonstrated robust economic growth. Major sectors include the garment industry, agriculture, remittances, pharmaceuticals, and information and communication technology. It is the second-largest exporter of ready-made garments globally, following China. However, the nation still grapples with challenges such as corruption, inequality, and infrastructure limitations.

	== Society and Culture ==		== Society and Culture ==
	Most of the population are ethnic ~~[[Bengali people\|~~Bengalis]] who speak [[Bengali language\|Bengali]] (Bangla), the official language. [[Islam]] is the dominant religion, with a significant [[Hindu]] minority and smaller groups of [[Buddhists]] and [[Christians]]. Bangladesh has a rich cultural tradition in [[music]], [[poetry]], and [[visual arts]], influenced by figures like [[Rabindranath Tagore]] and [[Kazi Nazrul Islam]]. Major festivals include [[Pohela Boishakh]] (Bengali New Year), [[Eid al-Fitr]], and [[Language Movement Day]] on 21 February.~~<ref>[https://en.unesco.org/countries/bangladesh UNESCO – Culture and Heritage in Bangladesh]</ref>~~		Most of the population are ethnic Bengalis who speak [[Bengali language\|Bengali]] (Bangla), the official language. [[Islam]] is the dominant religion, with a significant [[Hindu]] minority and smaller groups of [[Buddhists]] and [[Christians]]. Bangladesh has a rich cultural tradition in music, poetry, and visual arts, influenced by figures like [[Rabindranath Tagore]] and Kazi Nazrul Islam. Major festivals include Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year), Eid al-Fitr, and Language Movement Day on 21 February.

	== Education and Development ==		== Education and Development ==
	Bangladesh has made progress in literacy and access to education, especially for girls. Leading universities include the [[University of Dhaka]] and [[Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology]] (BUET). However, the nation continues to face issues in terms of education quality, infrastructure, and access in rural areas.~~<ref>[https://bangladesh.un.org/en/160096-education-sector United Nations – Education Sector Bangladesh]</ref>~~		Bangladesh has made progress in literacy and access to education, especially for girls. Leading universities include the [[University of Dhaka]] and Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). However, the nation continues to face issues in terms of education quality, infrastructure, and access in rural areas.

	== Foreign Relations ==		== Foreign Relations ==
	Bangladesh maintains diplomatic relations with nations across the globe. It is a member of the [[United Nations]], [[SAARC]], [[OIC]], and the [[Commonwealth of Nations]]. Relations with [[India]] are mostly positive, especially in trade and security, although disputes over water sharing and migration occasionally surface.~~<ref>[https://mofa.gov.bd/ Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Bangladesh]</ref>~~		Bangladesh maintains diplomatic relations with nations across the globe. It is a member of the [[United Nations]], [[SAARC]], OIC, and the Commonwealth of Nations. Relations with [[India]] are mostly positive, especially in trade and security, although disputes over water sharing and migration occasionally surface.

	== Modern Challenges ==		== Modern Challenges ==
	Bangladesh faces a range of modern-day challenges including climate change, urban congestion, political polarisation, and human rights concerns. Nevertheless, the country is frequently cited as a development success, with achievements in microfinance, disaster preparedness, women’s empowerment, and public health.~~<ref>[https://www.brookings.edu/articles/bangladesh-a-development-success-story/ Brookings – Bangladesh: A Development Success Story]</ref>~~		Bangladesh faces a range of modern-day challenges including climate change, urban congestion, political polarisation, and human rights concerns. Nevertheless, the country is frequently cited as a development success, with achievements in microfinance, disaster preparedness, women’s empowerment, and public health.

	== References ==		== References ==
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| prime_minister = [[Sheikh Hasina]]
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'''[[Bangladesh]]''' is a country in [[South Asia]], bordered by [[India]] on the west, north, and east, [[Myanmar]] on the southeast, and the [[Bay of Bengal]] on the south. With a population of over 170 million, it is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Its capital and largest city is [[Dhaka]].<ref>[https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/bangladesh World Bank – Bangladesh Overview]</ref>

== Geography and Climate ==
Bangladesh lies mainly in the [[Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta]] and features fertile alluvial plains. The country is prone to seasonal flooding due to its riverine topography and heavy monsoon rains. It has a tropical monsoon climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.<ref>[https://climateknowledgeportal.worldbank.org/country/bangladesh World Bank – Bangladesh Climate Data]</ref>

== Historical Background ==
The region now known as Bangladesh was part of ancient Bengal, a rich center of trade and culture. It was successively ruled by the [[Maurya Empire|Mauryas]], [[Gupta Empire|Guptas]], [[Pala Empire|Palas]], and [[Mughal Empire|Mughals]]. Under British colonial rule, it became part of the Bengal Presidency. After the [[Partition of India]] in 1947, it became East Pakistan, part of the newly formed [[Pakistan]]. Due to political and linguistic discrimination by West Pakistan, a liberation movement emerged. In 1971, following a brutal conflict and genocide, Bangladesh declared independence after the [[Bangladesh Liberation War]] supported by [[India]]. It became an independent republic on 16 December 1971.<ref>[https://en.banglapedia.org/index.php?title=War_of_Liberation,_1971 Banglapedia – War of Liberation 1971]</ref>

== Politics and Government ==
Bangladesh is a parliamentary democracy. The President serves as the ceremonial head of state, while executive power lies with the Prime Minister. Key political parties include the [[Awami League]], the [[Bangladesh Nationalist Party]] (BNP), and the [[Jatiya Party]]. While the judiciary is independent by law, it has faced criticism for alleged political influence.<ref>[https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/bangladesh/ CIA World Factbook – Bangladesh]</ref>

== Economy ==
Over the past two decades, Bangladesh has demonstrated robust economic growth. Major sectors include the [[garment industry]], [[agriculture]], [[remittances]], [[pharmaceuticals]], and information and communication technology. It is the second-largest exporter of ready-made garments globally, following China. However, the nation still grapples with challenges such as corruption, inequality, and infrastructure limitations.<ref>[https://www.adb.org/countries/bangladesh/economy Asian Development Bank – Bangladesh Economy]</ref>

== Society and Culture ==
Most of the population are ethnic [[Bengali people|Bengalis]] who speak [[Bengali language|Bengali]] (Bangla), the official language. [[Islam]] is the dominant religion, with a significant [[Hindu]] minority and smaller groups of [[Buddhists]] and [[Christians]]. Bangladesh has a rich cultural tradition in [[music]], [[poetry]], and [[visual arts]], influenced by figures like [[Rabindranath Tagore]] and [[Kazi Nazrul Islam]]. Major festivals include [[Pohela Boishakh]] (Bengali New Year), [[Eid al-Fitr]], and [[Language Movement Day]] on 21 February.<ref>[https://en.unesco.org/countries/bangladesh UNESCO – Culture and Heritage in Bangladesh]</ref>

== Education and Development ==
Bangladesh has made progress in literacy and access to education, especially for girls. Leading universities include the [[University of Dhaka]] and [[Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology]] (BUET). However, the nation continues to face issues in terms of education quality, infrastructure, and access in rural areas.<ref>[https://bangladesh.un.org/en/160096-education-sector United Nations – Education Sector Bangladesh]</ref>

== Foreign Relations ==
Bangladesh maintains diplomatic relations with nations across the globe. It is a member of the [[United Nations]], [[SAARC]], [[OIC]], and the [[Commonwealth of Nations]]. Relations with [[India]] are mostly positive, especially in trade and security, although disputes over water sharing and migration occasionally surface.<ref>[https://mofa.gov.bd/ Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Bangladesh]</ref>

== Modern Challenges ==
Bangladesh faces a range of modern-day challenges including climate change, urban congestion, political polarisation, and human rights concerns. Nevertheless, the country is frequently cited as a development success, with achievements in microfinance, disaster preparedness, women’s empowerment, and public health.<ref>[https://www.brookings.edu/articles/bangladesh-a-development-success-story/ Brookings – Bangladesh: A Development Success Story]</ref>

== References ==
<references />