ABSTRACT
Since becoming an independent state, Bangladesh has had limited success with democracy. The state has repeatedly faced challenges with the democratic process and its democratic political system, and even found itself in political, social, and economic chaos. Thus, an indication has emerged that something very wrong is being done, and that if this practice continues, then Bangladesh will continue to fail in its struggle to achieve a peaceful and democratic future. In spite of the fact that government is expected to be inherently “good,” the opposite has, more often than not, characterized the Bangladeshi political scene. The term “good governance” is currently permeating all levels of Bangladeshi society. This buzzword is typically contrasted with the term “bad governance,” according to various criteria. So what is “good governance”? The terms “governance” and “good governance” are increasingly being used in development literature. Governance can be seen as constituting the decision-making process and the implementation of decisions. Thus, public institutions conduct public affairs, manage public resources, and guarantee the realization of human rights in accordance with its fundamental and underlying principles and values. Good governance accomplishes this in a manner essentially free of abuse and corruption, and with due regard for rule of law, political integrity, openness, fairness, and a plethora of other democratic values deemed necessary for the positive and constructive functioning of any progressive society.
