THE ROLE OF MEDIA AND POLITICAL NARRATIVES IN SHAPING ANTI-INDIA SENTIMENT IN BANGLADESH: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

The intricate interaction among media, political narratives, and the evolution of anti-Indian attitude in Bangladesh is investigated in this work. By means of a critical analysis of historical background, modern media discourse, and political rhetoric, this paper investigates how these elements help to influence public opinion and foreign policy perspectives in Bangladesh toward India. The study also looks at how outside factors—especially those of the United States government—fit this dynamic. This paper attempts to give a thorough knowledge of the elements influencing anti-Indian sentiment in Bangladesh and their consequences for bilateral relations and regional stability by using a multifarious approach including content analysis of media reports, study of political speeches, and review of public opinion surveys. Keywords: Bangladesh media, political narratives, and the development of anti-India sentiment.