Administrative changes and reforms in Khaleda-Lead four party alliance (2001-06) in Bangladesh

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Introduction

Administrative reforms and changes are initiated in all countries of the world.

The government of Bangladesh has undertaken different administrative reforms and changes.

Administrative reforms and changes in Khaleda Zia’s second period (2001-06)

No commissions or committees was constituted by this government but various important administrative acts has been undertaken.

Some elements of PARC that was initiated by previous government in 2000 was implemented by this government.

Administrative reforms and changes in Khaleda Zia’s second period (2001-06)

Accountability and transparency are both core elements of NPM and good governance that are main focus of PARC.

Very formal, weak, ineffective like, hierarchy, rules and regulation departmental remedies has been implemented.

Anti-corruption commission (ACC)

ACC is formed through an act that is promulgated on 23 February 2004 and it forces in 9 march 2004.

ACC is initiated to perform various factions as neutral and independent body.

Functions of Anti-corruption commission (ACC)

To enquire into and conduct investigation of offences mentioned in the schedule

To file cases on the basis of enquiry or investigation and conduct cases

To hold enquiry into allegations of corruption on its own motion or on the application of aggrieved person or any person on his behalf

To perform any function assigned to Commission by any Act in respect of corruption

Functions of Anti-corruption commission (ACC)

To review any recognized provisions of any law for prevention of corruption and submit recommendation to the President for their effective implementation

To undertake research, prepare plan for prevention of corruption and submit to the President, recommendation for action based on the result of such research

To raise awareness and create feeling of honesty and integrity among people with a view to preventing corruption

To organize seminar, symposium, workshop etc. on the subjects falling within the functions and duties of the Commission

Efficiency and effectiveness of ACC

From the beginning of the commission crested controversy and was not able to gain people’s trust.

The appointment of chairperson and two commissioners were not welcomed by the opposition party and civil society for their partisan background.

But the scenario has been changed in 2007 after 1/11.

Efficiency and effectiveness of

ACCACC worked with joint task force to compile evidence of corruption against political leaders.

But this environment was not sustained later under the party government.

Though AL lead grand alliance has come into power to provide commitment strengthening ACC. But in reality they have taken initiative to weaken ACC.

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)

Rapid Action Battalion or RAB was formed on 26 March 2004, and commenced operations on 14 April 2004.

is an elite anti-crime and anti-terrorism unit of the Bangladesh Police.

Activities of RAB

Counter-Terrorism: RAB apprehended numerous terrorism suspects during the course of their tenure.

Anti Drugs: RAB has been involved in the control of illegal substances such as Yaba, Phensidyle and Heroin.

Emergency Help: RAB provides immediate response for situations such as armed robbery and kidnappings.

Annual needs: Many national needs are filled by RAB by providing extra duty during Eid-ul-Fitr, Puja, world Ijtema and Akheri Munaza

Efficiency and effectiveness of RAB

Although the RAB has been successful in arresting several high profile terrorist like Bangla Bhai but human right watch international has accused RAB of numerous death like crossfire.

In March 2010, 622 deaths were due to crossfire.

Besides, there are many reports of tortures in connection with RAB like Limon Hossain.

Tax Ombudsman act

Tax Ombudsman act 2005.It is an important initiative taken by BNP.Tax Ombudsman was established on July 12,

2005.It is initiated for financial transparency and

accountability.But this institution was not effective to

achieve its target.It is abolished by AL through the Tax

Ombudsman Avoidance Law, 2011.