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Bijoy Dibosh, 2014, Bangladesh, nationalism, commemoration.
Victory Day marks the defeat of Pakistan and the emergence of Bangladesh in 1971. By 2014, political tensions were high following the controversial 2014 general elections (January 5). This paper explores how Victory Day was used to reinforce national unity amidst polarization.
This paper examines the socio-political and cultural significance of Victory Day 2014 in Bangladesh, observed on December 16, 2014. It analyzes government-led celebrations, public sentiment, media coverage, and political undertones during the Awami League-led government’s second term.