Why in News?
Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first woman elected PM and a central figure in the country’s politics for decades, passed away at the age of 80.
Description:
Key Facts:
- Country: Bangladesh
- Political Party: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)
- Historic First: First woman elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh
- Spouse: Ziaur Rahman (former President & military leader)
Political Significance:
- Along with Sheikh Hasina, defined Bangladesh’s two-party political rivalry for nearly three decades.
- Key role in shaping multi-party democracy and electoral politics in Bangladesh.
Legal & Later Years:
- Convicted earlier in corruption cases; later acquitted in the final case (2025) by Bangladesh’s Supreme Court. Released from prison in 2020 on medical grounds.
Zia’s BNP & India relations:
- BNP governments under Khaleda Zia were generally less India-aligned, marked by friction over cross-border insurgent groups and security cooperation deficits.
- The longstanding rivalry remains relevant as Sheikh Hasina has resided in India since her August 2024 ouster.
- Despite these tensions, Indian leadership officially condoled Zia’s death, acknowledging her significant role in bilateral relations.
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