Manifesto Comparison
A comprehensive analysis of BNP's 31-Point Outline and Jamaat-e-Islami's Policy Summit 2026 declarations.
Post-Monsoon Revolution Context
Following the August 2024 revolution and the interim government under Dr. Muhammad Yunus, this election serves as a referendum on the July Charter. With 127M+ registered voters, it's a historic bipolar contest between BNP and Jamaat.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)
31-Point Outline for Structural Reforms | "Liberal-Democratic Restoration"
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami
Policy Summit 2026 Declarations | "Populist Ethical Reconstruction"
Governance & State Architecture
Government of National Consensus
Will not form a partisan government immediately. Instead, a National Consensus Government including all pro-democracy parties.
Bicameral Legislature
Introduction of an Upper House with intellectuals, experts, and regional representatives for better legislative scrutiny.
PM Term Limits
No individual may serve as Prime Minister for more than two consecutive terms.
Caretaker Government
Restore the Non-Party Caretaker Government system for managing elections.
Zero-Tolerance Corruption Policy
Strict enforcement through ethical leadership. Party leaders have clean records from 2001-2006 ministries.
Smart Social Security Card
Unified digital identity integrating NID, TIN, Health Insurance, and Social Services.
Merit-Based Recruitment
All government recruitment will be purely merit-based, addressing student quota movement demands.
Inclusive Government
Form government that includes all stakeholders, implementing July Charter reforms.
The Verdict: Structure vs. Efficiency
BNP proposes a complex Upper House which may lead to legislative gridlock. In contrast, Jamaat's 'Smart Social Security Card' offers a tangible, immediate modernization of the state that directly benefits citizens' daily lives.
⚠️ This comparison is based on official party manifestos, Policy Summit 2026, and 31-Point Outline documents. We encourage voters to research independently and make informed decisions.