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<p>Political interests significantly shape environmental movements, particularly in developing nations facing the dual pressures of economic development and climate vulnerability. This study examines the intersection of political influence and environmental movements in the face of climate change. The central research question guiding this study is: How do political factors influence the success and challenges of environmental movements in Bangladesh? Sub-questions include: What role do political leaders and parties play in supporting or obstructing environmental activism? How do environmental movements respond to political resistance and interference? The rationale for this research stems from the growing urgency to understand how political dynamics affect climate action in countries like Bangladesh, which is highly susceptible to climate-induced disasters but struggles with governance and accountability in environmental policy. Through content analysis, two case studies, and key informant interviews (KIIs) with 20 participants, including government officials, environmentalists, and academics from Sylhet, the study explores how global environmental movements, such as India’s Chipko movement, have inspired local activism. Political priorities in Bangladesh often place in order economic development over environmental sustainability. As a result, environmentalists face significant obstacles, including resistance, harassment, and threats from political and economic elites who benefit from environmentally harmful practices. This study shows the evolution of environmental activism into green politics, emphasizing how political support can be a crucial factor in determining the success or failure of environmental protection efforts. Despite growing global awareness of environmental issues, the environmental movement in Bangladesh has struggled to gain sufficient political support, leaving it vulnerable to competing political and economic agendas. This study finds the need to demonstrate a more significant political commitment to environmental protection in Bangladesh, which could be a model for other developing countries.</p>

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Political influences on environmental movements in the context of climate change in Bangladesh

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    2025年6月23日

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  • Md Amdadul Haque,
  • Hajera Aktar,
  • Habibur Rahman Masrur

摘要

Political interests significantly shape environmental movements, particularly in developing nations facing the dual pressures of economic development and climate vulnerability. This study examines the intersection of political influence and environmental movements in the face of climate change. The central research question guiding this study is: How do political factors influence the success and challenges of environmental movements in Bangladesh? Sub-questions include: What role do political leaders and parties play in supporting or obstructing environmental activism? How do environmental movements respond to political resistance and interference? The rationale for this research stems from the growing urgency to understand how political dynamics affect climate action in countries like Bangladesh, which is highly susceptible to climate-induced disasters but struggles with governance and accountability in environmental policy. Through content analysis, two case studies, and key informant interviews (KIIs) with 20 participants, including government officials, environmentalists, and academics from Sylhet, the study explores how global environmental movements, such as India’s Chipko movement, have inspired local activism. Political priorities in Bangladesh often place in order economic development over environmental sustainability. As a result, environmentalists face significant obstacles, including resistance, harassment, and threats from political and economic elites who benefit from environmentally harmful practices. This study shows the evolution of environmental activism into green politics, emphasizing how political support can be a crucial factor in determining the success or failure of environmental protection efforts. Despite growing global awareness of environmental issues, the environmental movement in Bangladesh has struggled to gain sufficient political support, leaving it vulnerable to competing political and economic agendas. This study finds the need to demonstrate a more significant political commitment to environmental protection in Bangladesh, which could be a model for other developing countries.