UNEQUAL FAITH: EXAMINING RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND THE PATH FORWARD FOR MINORITIES IN BANGLADESH

Abstract

This study critically examines the status of religious freedom for minority groups in Bangladesh, with a primary focus on Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians. In Bangladesh, where Islam holds the status of the state religion as per the constitution, religious minorities often experience a sense of inferiority. Drawing data from various sources such as websites, newspaper articles, books, reports, and scholarly papers, it is concluded that in order to increase the well-being of ethnic minorities across the nation, there must be a strong political will and government commitment. Identifying each ethnic minority's unique vulnerabilities and developing appropriate government responses are also crucial.