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BRAC INSTITUTE OF LANGUAGES
Bangladesh Studies
“A man's country is not a certain area of land, of mountains, rivers, and woods, but it is a
principle; and patriotism is loyalty to that principle.”
George William Curtis
Spring 2018
Savar Campus
Total Class: 21
Instructor: Dr. Rashed Uz Zaman ([email protected]),Mr. Sayed Abu Touab Shakir
([email protected]), Ms. RifatJahan([email protected]), Mr. Md. Shamsuddoha
([email protected]), Mr. Md. Istiaque Hossain Molla ([email protected]), Ms.
Syeda Fatima Zamila([email protected]), ms. Nasrin sultana([email protected]),
ms. Shahinur Bashar([email protected])
Office Hours:09:00am-03:30pm
I. Rationale:
This course has been designed for under graduate student to help them learn the rich history of
Bangladesh, to understand present Bangladesh in the light of history and to provide them with
basic knowledge of current politics and economy of the country. This course will deepen
students understanding of complex interconnection of historical events which lead to the
formation of Bangladesh, current trend in political and economic development thereby
improving critical thinking along with their written and oral communication skills, quantitative
skills and technical literacy. It will also enhance their understanding of current phenomena in the
light of history which will make them responsible global citizen.
II. Course Aims and Outcomes:
Aims
The course intends to equip students with factual knowledge and analytical skills that will enable
them to learn and critically appreciate history, politics, and economy of Bangladesh. It will trace
the historical root of Bangladesh as an independent state focusing on the social, economic and
political developments that have taken place since its independence.
It will also identify the major socio-economic, political, environmental and developmental issues
that have arisen during this period, before assessing the progress over time.
Specific Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to:
Identify specific stages of Bangladesh’s political history, through the ancient, medieval,
colonial and post-colonial periods and critically analyse plurality of cultural identities of
Bangladesh.
Critically analyse and present cogent argument on why tensions and contestations
between and among social groups may emerge within and among states both in written
and oral form.
Critically analyse how different constitutional bodies and socio-political institutions
operate and how their behavior impact on political governance.
Explain the economy and patterns of economic changes through qualitative and
quantitative analysis. This will increase their awareness on global issues of development
processes and the nature of environmental challenges including ways to address them
effectively.
Appreciate the role of NGOs and civil society in developing new models and pathways to
resolve the range of development challenges that the country is currently facing.
III. Format and Procedures:
The course is divided into three broad thematic areas i.e. history, contemporary issues and
development of Bangladesh. The contents are covered by lectures, group discussions and
presentations by the students. Lectures are delivered in an interactive way and students must take
part in it. For this, they are advised to go through the reading material before each class and
participate during the class hours. Few class tests might be taken to know students understanding
of the lectures without prior notice. Students are required to take part in blog weekly as part of
their class participation. Moreover, two quizzes will be taken without any make up option and
both will be counted.
Students must cooperate with each other and practice empathy in their behavior. They are
expected to be punctual and attend the entire class. Their duty is to practice and promote the
tenets of social capital. Disciplinary actions will be taken for any kind of violation of code of
conduct. Plagiarism is an offence. Therefore, plagiarized work will be punished.
IV. Assumptions
We assume that the contents covered in this course help students to be patriotic and conscious
citizen of the country. First few classes on the historical background of Bangladesh enables them
to understand the society, culture and own identities. It gives them insight into present day
problems along with learning from the past. Lectures on contemporary issues make them critical
thinker and promote their in-depth analysis capacity. On the other hand, discussion on
development of Bangladesh makes them proud. They reflect on individual ideas and evaluate
those by using local and global resources. This creates a scope for them to think about their
responsibility towards the country.
V. Course Requirements:
1. Class attendance and participation policy:
• Attendance for all classes is mandatory. Students should remember that they will not be
allowed to take the midterm and final examinations unless they have at least 90% attendance.
If students are more than 5 minutes late for class, they will be marked absent. Students arriving
late for 3 classes will be registered as absent for one day. Students absent for 4 days will be
withdrawn from the course.
• Students are expected to take part in classroom discussion. Five marks are allocated for
this purpose.
• Completion of the extended learning activities
• Meeting assignment and group presentation deadlines
• Co-operation with peers in all activities
• To be proactive in academic activities
• Attend study hour
• In case of absentee, students must complete the outstanding work when they will return
• Seek help when needed and practice the art of questioning
• Being punctual for consultations and tutorial classes
• Students must sing the National Anthem.
2. Course readings:
a) Required text: students must purchase the reading material from the library and carry that
in each class along with other required stationary e.g. pen and paper.
b) Students are supposed to follow the books mentioned in class by the teacher for further
reading.
VI. Grading Procedures:
Learning Component
Marks
Final Written Examination 25
Midterm Examination 20
Quiz
Political History
Liberation War Museum and Lalbagh Fort Visit
8 8
Viva 10
BRAC Visit
Reflection Attendance
5
Attendance in the National Anthem 2
Class and Blog Participation 5
Group Presentation / Assignment Submission
Good Governance 5
Development 5
Active Participation in:
Drama on the History of Bangladesh
2
Class Attendance Active Participation in: Story of BRAC Five Decades of Development Environment, Governance and Development
2
3
Total
100
VII. Academic Integrity
Any work submitted by a student in this course for academic credit must be the student’s own
work.
You are encouraged to study together and to discuss information and concepts covered in lecture
and the sections with other students. You can give ‘consulting’ help to or receive ‘consulting’
help from such students. However, this permissible cooperation should never involve one student
having possession of a copy of all or part of work done by someone else, in the form of an e-
mail, an e-mail attachment file, a diskette, or a hard copy.
If copying occurs, both the student who copied work from another student and the student who
gave material to be copied will automatically receive ‘F’ (Fail) grade for the assignment. Penalty
for violation of this code can also be extended including failure of the course and University
disciplinary action.
During examinations, you must do your own work. Talking or discussion is not permitted during
the examinations, nor may you compare papers, copy from others, or collaborate in any way.
Any collaborative behavior during the examinations will result in failure of the exam, and may
lead to failure of the course and University disciplinary action.
VIII. Accommodations for students with disabilities
Students with disabilities are treated with extra care. Individual tutorial and make-up
examinations are generally arranged for disable and seriously sick or injured students. In addition
to that other special facilities are also taken i.e. arranging examination at medical centre.
IX. Tentative Course Schedule (May change to accommodate guest presenters and
students’ need)
Dates/Topics/ Assignments Readings to be discussed January 9
Icebreaking and Introduction to the Course
Course outline from the booklet
January 13
Story of BRAC
www.brac.net
annual report of BRAC
January 14
Pre-Muslim Phase (Ancient period-1204)
History of Bengal: Muslim Phase (from 1204 to
1757)
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
January 16
Political History of British Colonial Bengal (1757-1857)
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
January 18
Outdoor Activity: A visit to BRAC program
www.brac.net
annual report of BRAC
and visit
January 21
BRAC Program Visit Group Process
www.brac.net
annual report of BRAC
and visit
January 23
British Colonial Bengal: Aspects of Nationalist Politics
during the Colonial Rule
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
January 28
Post Colonial Nationalist Resistance: Pakistan Period and
the Growth of Nationalism
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
January 30
Emergence of Bangladesh: Liberation War of 1971
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
February 4
Political Development and Democratic Transition
(1971-1990)
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
February 6
Political Development (1991- Present)
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
February 10
A drama on History of Bangladesh
Based on midterm syllabus
February 11
Constitution of Bangladesh: Draft, Basic Features and
Amendments
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
February 13
Review-1
Midterm (Equivalent to 2 classes / spread over the
week)
Midterm syllabus
February 15
Outdoor Activity : A visit to Lalbagh Fort and
Liberation War Museum
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet, library and visit.
February 25
Public Administration in Bangladesh
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
February 27
State of Good Governance in Bangladesh
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings and daily news
papers
March 3
A session on ‘Environment, Governance and
Development’
Lecture by guest speaker. Specific
chapter from the booklet, additional
readings from course packet and
library
March 4
Students’ Presentation on State of Good Governance in
Bangladesh
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings and daily news
papers
March 6
Development Concepts
The Emergence of ‘Development’ as
a Concept
Shifting Paradigms and Development
Actors
Development trends in Bangladesh
Human Development Index(HDI)
Sustainable Development Goals
Sector wise Development and Progress of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) on
the following sectors:
Economy of Bangladesh
Education
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
March 10 Provided by the instructor
A session on ‘Five Decades of Development’
March 11
Sector wise Development and Progress of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) on
the following sectors:
Health
Environment and Climate Change
Women Empowerment
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
March 13
Students’ Presentation on sector wise development in
Bangladesh
Specific chapter from the booklet,
additional readings from course
packet and library
March 18
Review 2: Revision and Wrapping-up of the Course
Whole syllabus
DEV 101: Bangladesh Studies
Course Structure and Lecture Schedule
Section 1: Introduction:
Lecture 1: Icebreaking and Introduction to the Course
Section 2: Political History up to 1971:
Lecture 2: History of Ancient Bengal: Pre-Muslim and Muslim Phase
Independent Janapadas
Dynasties & their Achievements
Socio-Economic Structure
The Difference between the Pala and the Sena Dynasties
Fall of Hindu Dynastic Rule
Achievements of the Independent Sultanate of Bengal
Socio-Economic Structure
Mughal Imperial Expansion and Resistance of the Bara Bhuiyans
Background to the Battle of Palashi and the Role of NawabSirajuddaula
Lecture 3: British Colonial Bengal: Aspects of Nationalist Politics during Colonial Rule
(1757-1857)
The Beginning of British Rule, Palashi and its Aftermath
Fakir Sanyasi Rebellion
Indigo Revolt
Santal Rebellion
Titu Meer’s Revolt
Faraizi Movement
First War of Independence, 1857
Lecture 4: British Colonial Bengal: Aspects of Nationalist Politics during Colonial Rule
(1905-1947)
First Partition of Bengal (1905) and Swadeshi Movement: Its Proponents and
Opponents
Birth of the Muslim League
FazlulHuq’sKrishak-Praja Party-Led Peasant Mobilization
Pakistan Movement: From Birth of the Muslim League to the Lahore
Resolution of 1940
Tebhaga Movement
Second Partition of Bengal(1947): Causes, Processes and Consequences
Lecture 5: Post-Colonial Nationalist Resistance: Pakistan Period and the Growth of
Nationalism in Bangladesh
The Language Movement
The United Front
Ayub Regime
Education Movement
Six-Point Program
11 Point Demand and Student-Led Mass Movement, 1969
The March Non-Cooperation Movement, 1971
Massacre of the Pakistan Army and Declaration of Independence
Lecture 6: Emergence of Bangladesh: Liberation War of 1971
Beginning of War: Spontaneous Resistance and Retreat
Bangladesh Government in Exile or the Mujibnagar Government
War Strategies, Military Organizations and the Various Forces
Final Phase of the War, Fall of Dhaka and the Surrender of the Pakistan Army
Section 3: Government &Politics:
Lecture 7: Political Development and Democratic Transition (1971-1990)
Consolidation of Bangladesh
Mujib Regime
Zia Regime
Ershad Regime
Mass Upsurge and the Fall of Ershad
Critical Analysis of Different Regimes
Lecture 8: Review-1
Midway review of Lectures
Preparation for the Midterm Exam
Midterm: Midterm Examination
Syllabus Review
Equivalent to 2 classes / spread over the week
Lecture 9: Political Development (1991- Present)
Structural Features of Politics: Dynamics of Two Political Parties
Transition to Democracy: Achievements and Challenges
Regime of Khaleda Zia
Regime of Sheikh Hasina
The Caretaker Government Issue and the Transitional Period
Critical Analysis of Different Regimes
Lecture 10: Constitution of Bangladesh: Draft, Basic Features and Amendments
Bangladesh Constitution: Framing of the Constitution in 1972
Basic Features of the Constitution, Amendments of the Constitution
Lecture 11: Public Administration in Bangladesh
Structure and function of the Executive, Legislature and Judiciary in Bangladesh
Lecture 12: State of Good Governance in Bangladesh: Characteristics and Problems
Good Governance: Indicators
Good Governance in Bangladesh: Field Realities
Problems of Good Governance in Bangladesh
Lecture 13: Good Governance in Bangladesh: A Case Study
Student Presentation
Section 4: Development:
Lecture 14: Development Concepts
The Emergence of ‘Development’ as a Concept
Shifting Paradigms and Development Actors
Development trends in Bangladesh
Human Development Index(HDI)
MDGs
SDGs
Sector wise Development and Progress of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)
on the following sectors:
Economy of Bangladesh
Education
-Structural features: Agriculture, Industry and the Service Sector
-Financial Services to the Poor
-Major Achievements and Challenges in economic development
-Achievements in Education sector, Non-formal and primary education, girls
education, increasing literacy
-Government-Non-Government coordination, role of the NGOs, new models
of development
Lecture 15: Sector wise Development and Progress of the Millennium Development Goals
(MDGs) on the following sectors:
Health
Environment and Climate Change
Women Empowerment
-Successes in Health sector: ORS, EPI, population control, reduced mortality
-Major environmental threats with particular focus on climate change
-Water sharing treaty with India and its challenges
-Impact of environmental degradation and climate change on community
livelihood, coping strategies by the local communities
-State of environmental movements and resistance
-Women in Bangladesh: Social and legal status
-Contribution of women in the socio-economic and political development
-Empowerment of Women: Micro-credit, income-generation, legal
empowerment and other rights
-Role of NGOs: Case of BRAC and Grameen Bank in women empowerment
-Role of women organizations
-From Millennium Development Goals to Sustainable Development Goals
Lecture 16: Development Interventions: Presentation by the Students
Lecture 17: BRAC Program Visit Reflection
Lecture 18: Review 2: Revision and Wrapping-up of the Course
Final review of Lectures
Preparation for the Final Exam
Types of Question and Rubric for Answer
Types of Question Components of the Rubric
Factual Factual answers often require specific information from text (e.g.
name, date, and year) and/or relevant statistics from an authentic
source.
Cited information should be properly referenced, including:
The authors name, title of the text, publication date and publisher
etc.
Opinion based Opinions should be presented logically, including relevant
examples to justify your claim.
Critical analysis Identify causes and effects to show the positive and negative
impact of the events and processes you are analyzing. This will
help to justify the logic of your argument.
Case Study Identify and analyze the crucial points of the case and link these
with relevant theories/methodological approaches, using
examples to defend your opinion will bring good marks.
Evaluative Causes, description of the incident (When, where, who, how),
causes of failure or success and significance of the incident
Example of the Answer Evaluation
Levels of Effectiveness
Short
answer
2: Complete
All
components
present
1.5:Extensive
Most
components
present
1: Moderate
Some
components
present
0.5: Limited
Few
components
present
0: Zero
No
components
present
Broad
answer
8: Complete
All
components
present
6:Extensive
Most
components
present
4: Moderate
Some
components
present
2: Limited
Few
components
present
0: Zero
No
components
present
General instructions for maintaining rubric:
Sentence should be grammatically correct.
Students should avoid spelling mistakes
Use contemporary examples from different sources such as newspapers or reliable
websites.
Avoid digressing from the topic.
GOOD LUCK!