On the disproportionate use of force on protests
The reason we have law enforcement agencies in modern states is to protect the rights of the citizens. However, when disproportionate force is used against the citizens by states using these agencies, the very same rights are violated. Below is an analysis keeping the quota reform movement in the background.
3m ago
The everyday plight of domestic workers
According to the Bangladesh Institute of Labour Studies (BILS) around 20 lakh workers are engaged in domestic work.
5m ago
Decriminalising the attempt to commit suicide
In Bangladesh, a comprehensive study by the Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB) in 2013 found that more than 10,000 people die every year owing to suicide. It is important to note that attempting to commit suicide is a punishable offence under section 309 of the Penal Code, 1860.
7m ago
Looking Back at the Laws enacted in 2023
2023 was a year filled with new legislation. A total of 50 new laws were enacted by the parliament on a wide range of areas. Law making in 2023 was by and large characterised by a reform spirit (i.e., reforming old laws), devising welfare schemes, and defining new offences. Few notable ones are discussed in this piece.
10m ago
Workplace safety for construction workers
On 24 June 2023, four construction site workers met gruesome death due to lack of safety standards at the construction sites.
1y ago
Freedom of religion of the Ahmadiyya community
In Bangladesh, the history of infringement of the rights of the Ahmadiyya people goes back a long way.
1y ago
Legality of targeted recording of women in public places
With the rapid advancement in technology all over the world, it has become much easier and efficient to capture photos and record videos.
1y ago
Notable Supreme Court Decisions of 2022
In view of the end of the year, this write-up comprises notable pronouncements made by the High Court Division (HCD) and the Appellate Division (AD) of the Supreme Court (SC) of Bangladesh in 2022.
1y ago
August 2, 2024
On the disproportionate use of force on protests
The reason we have law enforcement agencies in modern states is to protect the rights of the citizens. However, when disproportionate force is used against the citizens by states using these agencies, the very same rights are violated. Below is an analysis keeping the quota reform movement in the background.
May 31, 2024
The everyday plight of domestic workers
According to the Bangladesh Institute of Labour Studies (BILS) around 20 lakh workers are engaged in domestic work.
March 29, 2024
Decriminalising the attempt to commit suicide
In Bangladesh, a comprehensive study by the Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB) in 2013 found that more than 10,000 people die every year owing to suicide. It is important to note that attempting to commit suicide is a punishable offence under section 309 of the Penal Code, 1860.
January 5, 2024
Looking Back at the Laws enacted in 2023
2023 was a year filled with new legislation. A total of 50 new laws were enacted by the parliament on a wide range of areas. Law making in 2023 was by and large characterised by a reform spirit (i.e., reforming old laws), devising welfare schemes, and defining new offences. Few notable ones are discussed in this piece.
July 28, 2023
Workplace safety for construction workers
On 24 June 2023, four construction site workers met gruesome death due to lack of safety standards at the construction sites.
March 10, 2023
Freedom of religion of the Ahmadiyya community
In Bangladesh, the history of infringement of the rights of the Ahmadiyya people goes back a long way.
January 27, 2023
Legality of targeted recording of women in public places
With the rapid advancement in technology all over the world, it has become much easier and efficient to capture photos and record videos.
December 30, 2022
Notable Supreme Court Decisions of 2022
In view of the end of the year, this write-up comprises notable pronouncements made by the High Court Division (HCD) and the Appellate Division (AD) of the Supreme Court (SC) of Bangladesh in 2022.
November 4, 2022
50 Years of Bangladesh Constitution In a nutshell
Given effect from 26 March 1971, the Proclamation along with the Laws Continuance Enforcement Order, 1971 played a huge role in restoring internal legal system and solidifying the creation of the new sovereign state.
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