What are some of the commonalities and differences between Bangladesh and Pakistan in their democratic experiences?
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Bangladesh used to be a part of Pakistan. These two nations have the following commonalities and differences:
Commonalities
1. Military rule existed in both Pakistan and Bangladesh.
2. The fight for democracy was fought in different ways in both locations.
3. General Ayub Khan was in charge of Pakistan's government at first, but he resigned due to public unhappiness and was replaced by Yahya's military rule, which continued despite elections held by the military rulers to give their own rule a democratic form.
4. Bangladesh created its own constitution to start with democracy in the same way. By outlawing all parties save for the Awami League, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman created the presidential structure. However, following his murder, Zia-ur-Rahman, the new military leader, created his own party and won the 1979 elections. Later, another military commander, Lt. Gen. H.M. Ershad, took over after he too was slain.

Differences
1. To overthrow an elected government in Pakistan, the military, the clergy, and land-owning aristocrats dominated society, whereas in Bangladesh, party leaders and members did the same.
2. In Pakistan, pro-military groups have grown stronger as a result of the conflict with India, whereas in Bangladesh, pro-military groups have grown stronger as a result of India's support and friendship.

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