Bangladesh has altered its history textbooks, attributing the declaration of independence to Ziaur Rahman, a former president and army chief.
This revision, set to be implemented in the 2025 academic year, has ignited a fierce debate, with many questioning the accuracy of this rewritten history.
The revised textbooks assert that Ziaur Rahman declared independence on March 26, 1971, and reiterated the declaration the following day on behalf of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the country’s founding father.
Critics argue that this alteration distorts the historical record, diminishing Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s pivotal role in Bangladesh’s struggle for independence.
This move is part of a broader effort to reshape Bangladesh’s national narrative, sparking concerns about the manipulation of historical facts for political gain.
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: the rewriting of Bangladesh’s history has significant implications for the country’s identity and its people’s understanding of their past.
