From Ethno-Linguistic Identities To Economic Disparities: Disintegration Of Pakistan And Creation Of Bangladesh

Authors : Mussarat Jabeen

Pages : 123-134

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Publication Date : 2023-12-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Ethno-linguistic differences and economic grievances created a rift between the distanced wings. After independence, the decision to make Urdu the state language was resented by the Bengalis. They launched a movement that reached its climax in February 1952, taking several lives. Above it, the domination of West Pakistanis in state affairs was seen as a colonial legacy, having its imprint even after independence. The feelings of deprivation had the worst effect on the state’s integrity, leading to a nationalist struggle, which resulted in the secession of East Pakistan. The study has hypothesized that inept policies and structural inequalities worsen the situation, providing a space to separatist elements. The study has concluded that diverse culture and economic disparity led to secession.
Keywords : Bengalce, Urduca, Ekonomik Kaynaklar, Özerklik, Tartışma