Dhaka, Sept. 8 -- The interim government formed in the context of the Mass Uprising and the landmark decisions of the Electoral Reform Commission have ushered in a new chapter in the political culture of Bangladesh.
According to a report of a national newspaper, if a formal charge is filed against a person accused under the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Act, he will be disqualified from holding any public office.
The law is not just about punishing criminals, but also an important effort to purify the political process.
So far, those accused under the ICT Act or even those accused of serious crimes against humanity, have been able to stay close to power.
Under the new provisions, they will be disqualified from political and govern...