Research Question

To what extent were the 2014 and 2018 national elections in Bangladesh manipulated, and how did these manipulations impact the democratic process and political legitimacy in Bangladesh?

Description

This study aims to investigate the extent of electoral manipulation in the 2014 and 2018 national elections in Bangladesh and how such manipulations impacted the democratic process and political legitimacy of the country. By examining various forms of election manipulation, including vote rigging, violence, and voter intimidation, the study seeks to assess the impact of such practices on political stability and democratic norms in Bangladesh. The research also evaluates the effectiveness of existing measures to prevent election manipulation and explores potential solutions to strengthen the integrity of the electoral process in Bangladesh.