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Post-independence Bangladesh: Volume I: Pinaki Bhattacharya

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  1. “History: The Fall of Dhaka From Bihari Eyes” – This title suggests a perspective that may critique the mainstream narrative of the Bangladesh Liberation War, focusing on the experiences of the Bihari community during the fall of Dhaka. (Page 333)
  2. “The Year of the Vulture; Amita Malik, Orient Longman, 1972” – This reference could indicate a critical examination of the events surrounding the Bangladesh Liberation War, possibly addressing the violence and political dynamics of that time. (Page 333)
  3. “Behind The Myth of Three Million; Dr. M. Abdul MuÕmin Chowdhury” – This title suggests a critical analysis of the widely accepted figure of three million deaths during the war, indicating a controversy regarding the accuracy of casualty figures. (Page 387)
  4. “The Case for UN Recognition of Bangladesh Genocide; Shihab Sarkar” – This reference implies a discussion on the recognition of the events of 1971 as genocide, which is a significant and contentious issue in historical narratives. (Page 387)
  5. “Genocide in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, Bangladesh” – This title suggests an exploration of ongoing issues related to ethnic violence and state policies in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, which could be seen as a critique of the government’s actions towards indigenous populations. (Page 387)
  6. “Rape in War: The case of Bosnia” and “Rape in War: Challenging the Tradition of Impunity” – These references may provide context on the use of sexual violence in conflict, which could relate to criticisms of how such issues were handled during the Bangladesh Liberation War. (Page 387)
  7. “A History of the Pakistan Army: Wars and Insurrections; Brian Cloughley” – This book likely critiques the role of the Pakistan Army in various conflicts, including the 1971 war, which could be a source of controversy regarding military actions and accountability. (Page 333)
  8. “The Missing Millions; William Drummond, The Guardian” – This reference may discuss the issue of missing persons during the war, which could imply criticism of the government’s handling of the aftermath and accountability for war crimes. (Page 387)
  9. “Mass rape and the inscription of gendered and racial domination during the Bangladesh War of 1971” – This title suggests a critical examination of the gendered violence that occurred during the war, highlighting issues of accountability and the impact on women. (Page 387)