Dhaka, Jan. 9 -- Amid criticisms of Bangladesh's parliament for not having a strong opposition, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said it is not her job to strengthen the opposition.

The Jatiya Party, the official opposition in parliament, has secured only 11 seats even with the help of the ruling Awami League, which won 222 seats for absolute majority and a record-extending fourth straight term in Sunday's election.

During her meeting with observers and journalists at the Ganabhaban on Monday, an Indian journalist spoke of the importance of the opposition in democracy.

The journalist asked Hasina if she, as a "visionary leader", has the duty to create such an environment where an opposition force will exist.

"Tell me what you want? Do...