Bangladesh: A Brief Report
Introduction:
Bangladesh is an independent country in South Asia which gained independence from Pakistan in 1971 through the liberation war. The area of the country is about 1,47,570 square kilometers and the population is about 17 crores. Bangladesh is known for its rich culture, agricultural economy, and natural beauty. The capital is Dhaka and the main language is Bengali.
Geographical Location and Climate:
Bangladesh shares borders with India and Myanmar and lies the Bay of Bengal to its south. Its geographical location makes it a riverine country. Padma, Meghna and Yamuna rivers are the main rivers of the country. The climate is warm and humid, the agricultural production here is good due to monsoon rains.
History:
The history of Bangladesh is thousands of years old. In ancient times this region was a part of Bengal, Gaura and Pundra kingdoms. In the Middle Ages it came under Muslim rule, and spent a long time under British colonial rule. After the partition of India in 1947, East Bengal became part of Pakistan, which later gained independence in 1971 under the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Economy:
Although the economy of Bangladesh is based on agriculture, it is currently developing rapidly due to garment industry, information technology, remittance and infrastructure development. Bangladesh's main exports are ready-made garments, jute and jute products, leather, shrimp and handicrafts. Currently, the country's GDP growth is increasing at a significant rate, which is higher than many South Asian countries.
Culture and Traditions:
The culture of Bangladesh is versatile and diverse. Music, dance, literature and art flourish here. Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam are one of the prominent figures in the cultural scene of Bangladesh. Bengali New Year (Pahela Baishakh) and Ekushey February (International Mother Language Day) are celebrated with great importance in Bangladesh.
Education and Health:
Bangladesh has made great progress in the education sector. The education system has expanded at both the public and private levels. Dhaka University, Bangladesh University of Engineering (BUET), Chittagong University are among the major universities of the country. Various government initiatives have been taken to improve the health sector, in which community clinics are playing an important role.
Tourism:
The tourism industry of Bangladesh is gradually developing. Cox's Bazar Beach, Sundarbans, Kuakata, Sylhet Tea Gardens and Mahasthangarh are the main tourist attractions of the country.
Challenge:
Bangladesh faces several challenges such as poverty, unemployment, natural disasters (floods, cyclones), climate change and political instability. However, the government and people are working together to face these challenges.
Conclusion:
Bangladesh is moving forward on the path of progress. Through economic development, advancement in education and health sectors and innovation in information technology sector, the country is working towards the goal of reaching the rank of developed country by 2041. The development potential of the country is brighter as the large part of the population is young.
Bangladesh's prosperity depends on the unity, hard work and visionary leadership of its people.
