In our political culture many people aren't aware of their democratic right guaranteed by the constitution.

Religion has been brought into the political arena to hypnotise and exploit the simple-minded moderate Muslims as well as to bank on selling it as a cheap commodity.

Every political killing, grenade attack brings forth blame counter blame and while the probe into it doesn't make any progress. The AL was blamed for carrying out these attacks against itself, consequently there was no constructive debate on the issue in parliament.

At the universities corruption, having a lot to do with politics, is condoned if not encouraged. Most students are likely to follow in future what they are learning now, how come you dream of a corruption free country?

In reference to the proposed reform of caretaker government, BNP's stubborn opposition may jeopardise the formation of the next parliament. What we need most is consensus on national issues above everything and that is most crucial. Political parties should pay attention to our real needs. If the prime minister and opposition leaders in the neighbouring country can consult with each other, why can't our leaders follow them?

After 34 years of independence and fourteen years of on going parliamentary democracy the political parties are expected to be more civilised.