Deficits in Democratic Governance in Developing Countries
The Bangladesh Scenario
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2309321 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Pranab Kumar Panday (0000-0002-8098-4147, Professor of Public Administration, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh; Adjunct Professor, Central Queensland University, Australia, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 60 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 2371-2386 |
| Publication date | 2025-06-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Asian and African Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0021-9096 • E-ISSN: 1745-2538 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications Inc (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1177/00219096231215694 |
| OpenAlex | W4390058802 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 20 |
This study investigates the interplay between democracy, development, and democratic governance gaps in Bangladesh and other developing countries. The main objectives are twofold: first, to explore how Bangladesh has achieved economic growth despite lacking democratic governance, and second, to assess the contradiction between democracy and development in developing nations. Employing a theoretical framework that views democracy and democratic governance as crucial processes of social transformation and political participation, this paper argues that structural barriers limit citizen involvement, leading to deficits in democratic governance. By analyzing secondary documents, the study reveals that Bangladesh's economic progress coexists with a shortfall in democratic governance due to insufficient social transformation. To address this issue, enhancing democratic institutions, promoting social reform, and removing structural barriers are vital. The findings hold significance for other developing countries facing similar challenges
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| Citations per year | 1 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |