Dhaka:Students must be taught the accurate history of their country to prevent distortion, emphasized State Minister for Youth and Sports Md Aminul Haque. He highlighted the importance of understanding the Liberation War, independence, and political developments.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the state minister made these remarks as the chief guest during the National Revolution and Solidarity Day event at the Mirpur MDC Model Institute ground. He expressed concerns over the historical distortion that occurred for 17 years and stressed the need for students to learn the true history through textbooks and studies, particularly regarding the 1971 Liberation War.
The minister also emphasized the significance of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman's role in declaring independence and his contributions to the Liberation War. He noted that Ziaur Rahman introduced multiparty democracy and press freedom, and the current government has maintained full media freedom, allowing criticism on social media.
Furthermore, Aminul cautioned against the spread of falsehoods and misinformation, urging vigilance. He reassured that truth will eventually prevail over falsehood. The event also featured speeches by Mahbuba Habiba, MP, and Bangladesh Cricket Board Director Israfil Khasru, with participation from about 400 students from 23 educational institutions. Competitions in essay writing, drawing, and quizzes were held, with Mirpur Bangla School and College securing first place.