Bangladesh: A South Asian Nation

Yes, Bangladesh is a South Asian country. It is located in the northeastern part of the Indian subcontinent, bordered by:

• India – west, north, and east
• Myanmar (Burma) – southeast
• Bay of Bengal – south

Key Facts

• Population: ~170 million (2023) – 8th largest globally.
• Capital: Dhaka (mega-city, 22+ million metro).
• Religion: ~91% Muslim (Sunni); ~8% Hindu; small Buddhist, Christian minorities.
• Language: Bengali (Bangla) – official and national.
• Memberships: UN, Commonwealth, SAARC, BIMSTEC, OIC, WTO.

Bangladesh gained independence from Pakistan in 1971 after a liberation war. Despite challenges (density, climate vulnerability), it has achieved remarkable progress in GDP growth, garment exports, gender parity in education, and disaster resilience.