The interim government has concurred with Law Advisor Asif Nazrul's assertion that the president's denial of receiving Sheikh Hasina's resignation letter constitutes a "breach of oath," urging him to “reconsider his eligibility to hold office.”
This position was made public by the Chief Advisor's press wing during a press conference on Tuesday, following inquiries from reporters.
Despite this endorsement, reports indicate that the government has not initiated any actions to remove Mohammed Shahabuddin from the presidency.
For now, it appears that the matter will be deferred, with no clear decision on potential steps.
The controversy emerged after an article in the Daily Manab Zamin highlighted the issue, coinciding with the Anti-discrimination Student Movement's calls for the president's removal or resignation.
In his defence, the president said: "I heard she resigned, but I lack any documentary evidence. Despite numerous attempts, I have been unsuccessful."
Asif Nazrul responded by pointing out that "Our Constitution permits action regarding a president's capability to remain in office if they are physically or mentally incapacitated or if they have committed serious misconduct."
However, he noted that the opportunity for such action has passed, as the president has already dissolved the parliament.
This has sparked debates on whether the removal of the president is still feasible within the existing constitutional framework.
The Anti-discrimination Student Movement, which played a key role in the campaign to unseat the government, has intensified pressure, with one faction issuing a 24-hour deadline and another a seven-day ultimatum for the president to step down.
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The interim government has concurred with Law Advisor Asif Nazrul's assertion that the president's denial of receiving Sheikh Hasina's resignation letter constitutes a "breach of oath," urging him to “reconsider his eligibility to hold office.”
This position was made public by the Chief Advisor's press wing during a press conference on Tuesday, following inquiries from reporters.
Despite this endorsement, reports indicate that the government has not initiated any actions to remove Mohammed Shahabuddin from the presidency.
For now, it appears that the matter will be deferred, with no clear decision on potential steps.
The controversy emerged after an article in the Daily Manab Zamin highlighted the issue, coinciding with the Anti-discrimination Student Movement's calls for the president's removal or resignation.
In his defence, the president said: "I heard she resigned, but I lack any documentary evidence. Despite numerous attempts, I have been unsuccessful."
Asif Nazrul responded by pointing out that "Our Constitution permits action regarding a president's capability to remain in office if they are physically or mentally incapacitated or if they have committed serious misconduct."
However, he noted that the opportunity for such action has passed, as the president has already dissolved the parliament.
This has sparked debates on whether the removal of the president is still feasible within the existing constitutional framework.
The Anti-discrimination Student Movement, which played a key role in the campaign to unseat the government, has intensified pressure, with one faction issuing a 24-hour deadline and another a seven-day ultimatum for the president to step down.
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