Dhaka, March 19 -- The Election Commission (EC) has opposed at least 20 reform recommendations arguing that it would undermine its authority and create complexities.

These recommendations were made by the Electoral System Reform Commission which was formed by the interim government as part of the reform major institutions of the country.

In a letter sent to the National Consensus Commission on Monday, the EC also raised its logic behind its stance contradicting the reform proposals.

EC Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed on Monday told reporters that they sent their opinions, expressing different views over some recommendations to Vice Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Prof Ali Riaz.

He said if the recommendations are implemente...