The great war of liberation has created a multi-dimensional consciousness in the minds of the people of Bangladesh. The consciousness of the Liberation War is the progressive ideas and attitudes that the people of this land have achieved through the liberation war as opposed to the religion-based nationalism-communalism-non-democracy and exploitation-inequality of the past. It is not merely a social consciousness. It is not a matter of air. The consciousness of the liberation war, on the one hand, the dreams and aspirations formed through the great liberation war, the achievement of the liberation war, the basis of its existence; At same time, this consciousness is a stepping stone for building the future of Bangladesh.
Disillusionment of the people: From religious consciousness to the birth of linguistic nationalism: As a result of the politics of sectarianism and separatism under British patronage, India and Pakistan emerged in the subcontinent. Bangladesh became part of the Pakistani state based on the communal bi-ethnic theory. The western ruling class of newly independent Pakistan, in an attempt to bind the people of East Bengal to the trap of political longevity, first struck at Bengali culture. They were the first to attack the Bengali language. Although Bengali is the spoken language of the majority of the people of Pakistan, they wanted to make Urdu the state language. The Bengali youth-student society of the day roared in protest. Although the Pakistanis temporarily retreated in the face of strong protests from the Bengalis, Jinnah's declaration was followed by another declaration in '52 that Urdu would be the state language of Pakistan. The language movement of '52 is against this conspiracy. Blood donation of Salam-Jabbar-Rafiq-Shafiq. In fact, it was in their blood that the Bengali nationalist consciousness sprouted that day. There was a qualitative leap of Bengali consciousness here - the rejection of Muslim nationalism and the emergence of Bengali nationalism. Folk culture developed in harmony with the evolving socio-economic system of the time became the basis of our culture. At that time, except for a handful of individuals and groups, the whole nation was not only aroused by the language-based nationalist consciousness but was also overwhelmed by protests and insurrections. Inspired by this spirit, the Bengalis defeated the Pakistanis in the nine-month armed liberation war and snatched the independence of Bangladesh. That is why Bengali nationalism is the main motivation of our war of independence.
Disillusionment of the people: From religious consciousness to the birth of linguistic nationalism: As a result of the politics of sectarianism and separatism under British patronage, India and Pakistan emerged in the subcontinent. Bangladesh became part of the Pakistani state based on the communal bi-ethnic theory. The western ruling class of newly independent Pakistan, in an attempt to bind the people of East Bengal to the trap of political longevity, first struck at Bengali culture. They were the first to attack the Bengali language. Although Bengali is the spoken language of the majority of the people of Pakistan, they wanted to make Urdu the state language. The Bengali youth-student society of the day roared in protest. Although the Pakistanis temporarily retreated in the face of strong protests from the Bengalis, Jinnah's declaration was followed by another declaration in '52 that Urdu would be the state language of Pakistan. The language movement of '52 is against this conspiracy. Blood donation of Salam-Jabbar-Rafiq-Shafiq. In fact, it was in their blood that the Bengali nationalist consciousness sprouted that day. There was a qualitative leap of Bengali consciousness here - the rejection of Muslim nationalism and the emergence of Bengali nationalism. Folk culture developed in harmony with the evolving socio-economic system of the time became the basis of our culture. At that time, except for a handful of individuals and groups, the whole nation was not only aroused by the language-based nationalist consciousness but was also overwhelmed by protests and insurrections. Inspired by this spirit, the Bengalis defeated the Pakistanis in the nine-month armed liberation war and snatched the independence of Bangladesh. That is why Bengali nationalism is the main motivation of our war of independence.
Language-based nationalism further enriches the non-communal character of Bengalis: the hardworking people and people of this country have built up a vast repertoire of secular-democratic and humane folk culture over the centuries. Scholars have created a rich genre of art, literature and music. The people of this land, nurtured in the democratic, secular and human heritage of folk culture, art, literature and music, have developed a non-communal consciousness. And with the introduction of language-based sense of nationalism, the non-communal consciousness of the people became richer. Because the seeds of secularism are embedded in the Bengali nationalist consciousness. This ethnocentric nationalism, which has developed in contrast to the religion-based sense of nationalism, is objectively secular. Religion has no role in this identity. Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, Christians and people of all religions are a Bengali ethnic group.
Movement against Ethnic Exploitation: The Dream of a Socialist Society: The History of Bangladesh is a colorful history of labor, creation, rebellion and dreams. The people of this country have dreamed of a society free from exploitation and free from exploitation in the midst of heroic movement and struggle against the exploitation and rule of the oppressive British. After the end of British colonial rule, our Bangladesh became part of the Pakistani state based on communal bi-ethnic theory. The Bengali nation was subjected to colonial rule and exploitation by Pakistan's monopoly rich, large landowners, military-civilian bureaucrats and communal-influenced rulers. The wealth created by the hard working people of Bangladesh started shifting to Pakistan and the imperialist countries. The Pakistani rulers pursued the policy of suppressing the aspirations of the Bengalis for national development in an authoritarian manner and racial exploitation. Against this racial exploitation, oppression and reactionary policy of the Pakistani rulers, the countrymen waged a fierce struggle for the right of mother tongue, democracy and national development. The liberation movement of the working people began to develop in different parts of the country and it merged with the great movement of the national liberation movement. In the post-World War II period, the national liberation movement was moving towards socialism without exploitation and inequality. The forces of peace, democracy, progress and socialism all over the world, including the socialist Soviet Union and democratic India, came forward in support of our people's liberation struggle for our independence. Our liberation struggle was linked to the anti-imperialist liberation struggle of the world. In this way, socialism came to the fore as the basic consciousness of the Bengali liberation struggle as a reflection of the experience of the movement against international imperialism and racial discrimination and exploitation and the hopes and aspirations of the people.
The movement against dictatorship and dictatorship develops a democratic consciousness: the people of this country have given their lives in the movement against the dictatorial, undemocratic policy of the British. The people of the country have patiently sacrificed their lives for the establishment of a democratic society and state in the innumerable mass struggles against the undemocratic policies and exploitation of the Western ruling class. The Bengali population was the majority in the larger Pakistani structure. Thus the movement for independence from the Bengali autonomy was essentially a struggle for the rights of the majority of the people from the scourge of exploitation and rule of the minority ethnic groups. As a result, the movement was essentially democratic. The establishment of democracy in the society and the state was the essence of the spirit of the liberation war.
The above-mentioned consciousness and values formed through the movement for independence from our independence manifested itself as equality, human dignity and social justice in the declaration of Mujibnagar government. Democracy-socialism-secularism-nationalism were adopted in the constitution of the independent state for the same reason as the effective principles and methods for establishing equality, human dignity and justice.
But today's Bangladesh is going against the true spirit of the liberation war: imperialism-communalism, looting and lack of democracy are still a big danger in front of the country. The country has become more and more entangled in the shackles of imperialism-hegemony. The communalization of society and the state is going on. Attacks on religious and ethnic minorities have not stopped. The undemocratic tendencies and activities of the state have increased. While the oppressive instruments of the state have become stronger, its public welfare work is weakening. The influence and control of citizens over the state and society is constantly increasing. Interference of foreign states and powers is increasing in the politics of Bangladesh. The institutional foundations of democracy are becoming weaker and more fragile. Instead of decentralization, more bureaucracy and centralization of power is taking place. People's right to vote has been taken away. In order to stay in power instead of the support of the people, the Awami League has now resorted to relying on the military-civilian administration apparatus, the looters with the help of the rich class and the blessings of the foreign state and power.
Movement against Ethnic Exploitation: The Dream of a Socialist Society: The History of Bangladesh is a colorful history of labor, creation, rebellion and dreams. The people of this country have dreamed of a society free from exploitation and free from exploitation in the midst of heroic movement and struggle against the exploitation and rule of the oppressive British. After the end of British colonial rule, our Bangladesh became part of the Pakistani state based on communal bi-ethnic theory. The Bengali nation was subjected to colonial rule and exploitation by Pakistan's monopoly rich, large landowners, military-civilian bureaucrats and communal-influenced rulers. The wealth created by the hard working people of Bangladesh started shifting to Pakistan and the imperialist countries. The Pakistani rulers pursued the policy of suppressing the aspirations of the Bengalis for national development in an authoritarian manner and racial exploitation. Against this racial exploitation, oppression and reactionary policy of the Pakistani rulers, the countrymen waged a fierce struggle for the right of mother tongue, democracy and national development. The liberation movement of the working people began to develop in different parts of the country and it merged with the great movement of the national liberation movement. In the post-World War II period, the national liberation movement was moving towards socialism without exploitation and inequality. The forces of peace, democracy, progress and socialism all over the world, including the socialist Soviet Union and democratic India, came forward in support of our people's liberation struggle for our independence. Our liberation struggle was linked to the anti-imperialist liberation struggle of the world. In this way, socialism came to the fore as the basic consciousness of the Bengali liberation struggle as a reflection of the experience of the movement against international imperialism and racial discrimination and exploitation and the hopes and aspirations of the people.
The movement against dictatorship and dictatorship develops a democratic consciousness: the people of this country have given their lives in the movement against the dictatorial, undemocratic policy of the British. The people of the country have patiently sacrificed their lives for the establishment of a democratic society and state in the innumerable mass struggles against the undemocratic policies and exploitation of the Western ruling class. The Bengali population was the majority in the larger Pakistani structure. Thus the movement for independence from the Bengali autonomy was essentially a struggle for the rights of the majority of the people from the scourge of exploitation and rule of the minority ethnic groups. As a result, the movement was essentially democratic. The establishment of democracy in the society and the state was the essence of the spirit of the liberation war.
The above-mentioned consciousness and values formed through the movement for independence from our independence manifested itself as equality, human dignity and social justice in the declaration of Mujibnagar government. Democracy-socialism-secularism-nationalism were adopted in the constitution of the independent state for the same reason as the effective principles and methods for establishing equality, human dignity and justice.
But today's Bangladesh is going against the true spirit of the liberation war: imperialism-communalism, looting and lack of democracy are still a big danger in front of the country. The country has become more and more entangled in the shackles of imperialism-hegemony. The communalization of society and the state is going on. Attacks on religious and ethnic minorities have not stopped. The undemocratic tendencies and activities of the state have increased. While the oppressive instruments of the state have become stronger, its public welfare work is weakening. The influence and control of citizens over the state and society is constantly increasing. Interference of foreign states and powers is increasing in the politics of Bangladesh. The institutional foundations of democracy are becoming weaker and more fragile. Instead of decentralization, more bureaucracy and centralization of power is taking place. People's right to vote has been taken away. In order to stay in power instead of the support of the people, the Awami League has now resorted to relying on the military-civilian administration apparatus, the looters with the help of the rich class and the blessings of the foreign state and power.
Wealth inequality and class inequality are on the rise. Huge amount of money is being smuggled abroad from Bangladesh. Dangerous mischief has taken place in the state, society and politics. Aggression against the environment and nature continues. In almost all cases the elements of instability, anarchy and uncertainty are increasing. There is deep frustration and anger in people's minds about the overall situation. The political crisis has arisen as a natural consequence of the overall socio-economic system of the country. The situation demands a radical change in the whole socio-economic system in the light of the spirit of the Liberation War.
Classification of Enemies and Enemies of the Liberation War: Progressive Bengali nationalism, secularism, democracy and a society free from exploitation and discrimination will be established as the aspirations of the Liberation War will be realized and as this process will be successful And level interests will not be the same. The interests of all except the looters, the ruling class and the handful of beneficiaries associated with it are inherent in the implementation of the spirit of liberation war.
If the working people can be made aware and organized, they can be the driving force in establishing a non-discriminatory society. The middle class people of the country especially the educated students can play an important role in this. Apart from the bourgeoisie, the small-medium and productive groups developing in the national interest in general are likely to contribute to the building of a new Bangladesh in the spirit of liberation war with various hesitations.
Therefore, in the light of the spirit of liberation war, the role of the enemy in the democratic-non-communal-progressive change of the state and society will be played by the fundamentalist communal reactionary clique including imperialism and its allied looters, rich groups and vested interest groups in rural areas.
Classification of Enemies and Enemies of the Liberation War: Progressive Bengali nationalism, secularism, democracy and a society free from exploitation and discrimination will be established as the aspirations of the Liberation War will be realized and as this process will be successful And level interests will not be the same. The interests of all except the looters, the ruling class and the handful of beneficiaries associated with it are inherent in the implementation of the spirit of liberation war.
If the working people can be made aware and organized, they can be the driving force in establishing a non-discriminatory society. The middle class people of the country especially the educated students can play an important role in this. Apart from the bourgeoisie, the small-medium and productive groups developing in the national interest in general are likely to contribute to the building of a new Bangladesh in the spirit of liberation war with various hesitations.
Therefore, in the light of the spirit of liberation war, the role of the enemy in the democratic-non-communal-progressive change of the state and society will be played by the fundamentalist communal reactionary clique including imperialism and its allied looters, rich groups and vested interest groups in rural areas.
The duty to build the future Bangladesh in the light of the spirit of the Liberation War: There is no liberation of the people of Bangladesh without making democratic progressive changes in the society and state system in the light of the spirit of the Liberation War to get rid of the present crisis. This duty cannot be performed by a single political party, or even by a single politician. This task can be accomplished through the combined efforts of the people at all levels of the nation and its creative application in terms of reality.
First, in the light of the true spirit of the Liberation War, it is necessary to raise and popularize the democratic progressive secular alternative program which protects the national interest. Secondly, on the basis of alternative programs, it is necessary to build a capable, qualified and trustworthy gathering of the people outside the Awami League-BNP circle to take control of the state power. Thirdly, by organizing on the basis of alternative programs based on the true spirit of the Liberation War, the people will finally become the material force to implement the spirit of the Liberation War. Fourth, the Communist Party must make a concerted effort to bring the country's potential left and democratic political and social forces as close as possible to the above basic thinking, and to establish a general consensus and understanding on these issues.
We have a glorious fighting tradition, we have many glorious pasts. During the war of liberation, we have snatched the freedom of our beloved motherland through the unity, immense sacrifice and struggle of the whole nation. Today, the duty of such national revival is before us. All parties, individuals and classes believing in the true spirit of the war of liberation must have confidence in the people and show courage to take the right path or abandon the wrong path. Only then can this duty of bringing about democratic progressive change in the society and state system be accomplished through the combined efforts of all patriotic classes, levels and individuals of the entire nation, energy-resources-talents and collective organizational strength. It is not a difficult task for this nation of heroes to snatch victory.
First, in the light of the true spirit of the Liberation War, it is necessary to raise and popularize the democratic progressive secular alternative program which protects the national interest. Secondly, on the basis of alternative programs, it is necessary to build a capable, qualified and trustworthy gathering of the people outside the Awami League-BNP circle to take control of the state power. Thirdly, by organizing on the basis of alternative programs based on the true spirit of the Liberation War, the people will finally become the material force to implement the spirit of the Liberation War. Fourth, the Communist Party must make a concerted effort to bring the country's potential left and democratic political and social forces as close as possible to the above basic thinking, and to establish a general consensus and understanding on these issues.
We have a glorious fighting tradition, we have many glorious pasts. During the war of liberation, we have snatched the freedom of our beloved motherland through the unity, immense sacrifice and struggle of the whole nation. Today, the duty of such national revival is before us. All parties, individuals and classes believing in the true spirit of the war of liberation must have confidence in the people and show courage to take the right path or abandon the wrong path. Only then can this duty of bringing about democratic progressive change in the society and state system be accomplished through the combined efforts of all patriotic classes, levels and individuals of the entire nation, energy-resources-talents and collective organizational strength. It is not a difficult task for this nation of heroes to snatch victory.
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