Dhaka, Aug. 2 -- The National Consensus Commission has finalised a broad set of constitutional reform proposals under the draft "July National Charter 2025", including the creation of a bicameral legislature, proportional representation (PR) in the upper house, secret balloting for presidential elections, and new constitutional provisions for appointments to oversight institutions.
However, the proposed reforms - intended to usher in structural democratic change - have deepened existing political divisions.
While some parties have cautiously endorsed the draft, others have expressed sharp reservations, raising concerns over the charter's legitimacy, enforceability, and timing.
Commission Vice-Chairman Professor Ali Riaz said decisions ha...