Bangladesh’s Election Commission has outlined who can and cannot participate as candidates or voters in the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election, scheduled for February 12. The announcement follows the political transition after the fall of the Awami League government and aims to ensure transparency and inclusivity in the electoral process. The Commission has invited all political parties and interested individuals to take part under the revised legal framework. According to the Constitution and the Representation of the People Order (RPO) 1972, candidates must be Bangladeshi citizens aged at least 25. However, recent amendments have expanded disqualification criteria, including restrictions on dual citizens and individuals convicted of serious crimes. The updated voter list counts approximately 127.7 million eligible voters, including provisions for prisoners to vote under specific procedures. For the first time, expatriate Bangladeshis will be allowed to vote via postal ballots if they retain citizenship and voter registration. Legal experts note that citizenship status, court rulings, and compliance with electoral laws will determine both voting rights and candidacy eligibility in this pivotal election.
গণঅভ্যুত্থানের প্রায় দেড় বছর পর আগামী ১২ ফেব্রুয়ারি অনুষ্ঠিত হতে যাচ্ছে বাংলাদেশের ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচন। তফসিল ঘোষণার পর নির্বাচন কমিশন সব রাজনৈতিক দল ও আগ্রহী প্রার্থীদের নির্বাচনে অংশ নেওয়ার আহ্বান জানিয়েছে। গত দেড় দশকে অনুষ্ঠিত জাতীয় সংসদ ন
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