Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami is an Islamist political organization in Bangladesh that advocates for implementing Islamic principles in government and society. Founded in 1941, it aims to establish a system based on Sharia law, emphasizing religious values, social justice, and cultural identity rooted in Islam. The party has been involved in Bangladesh’s political landscape, both through electoral participation and social activities, and has a controversial history, including allegations related to past conflicts. Its influence varies, often representing conservative Islamic viewpoints in debates over secularism and national identity in Bangladesh.