Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- The UN human rights office has recommended Bangladesh to refrain from political party bans undermining democracy and disenfranchising part of the electorate.

In a report launched on Wednesday, the UN observed that political party bans would undermine a return to a "genuine multiparty democracy" and effectively disenfranchise a large part of the Bangladeshi electorate.

It also recommended efforts to ensure a safe and enabling environment for free and genuine elections, including by special pre-election measures to ensure a level playing field for all political parties and candidates.

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