The rise of interest politics in Bangladesh

The urban political elite in Bangladesh has discouraged the emergence of interest groups and their participation in the political process. Hence, interest groups such as the student community and trade unions have resorted to violence in order to be heard. The indigenous business community of Bangladesh has become increasingly politicized since its emergence in 1971. In Dec 1994, the business community for the first time influenced a decision to end the 10-months long political crisis. The rise of interest politics augers well for the development of effective governance in Bangladesh.