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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The 1972 Constitution of Bangladesh is the supreme law of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, adopted on 4 November 1972 and effective 16 December 1972, founded on the four state principles.
- When was the 1972 Constitution adopted and when did it take effect?
- What are the four fundamental principles of state policy in the original Constitution?
- Which amendments most fundamentally altered the original 1972 framework?
- What does Article 7 establish about constitutional supremacy?

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The 1972 Constitution of Bangladesh is the supreme law of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, adopted on 4 November 1972 and effective 16 December 1972, founded on the four state principles.

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   The 1972 Constitution of Bangladesh is the supreme law of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, adopted on and effective 16 December 1972, founded on the fou…

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