Jeba Mobashwira

Progressive evolution of guardianship laws in Bangladesh

A “guardian” is someone who takes care of a child, looks after the child’s property, or both, according to Section 4(2) of the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890. However, under Muslim law, guardianship is divided into two types based on function: Waliyat alal Nafs and Waliyat alal Mal.

1m ago

Climate change as a human rights concern

Climate change is no longer solely an environmental issue; it has become a critical human rights challenge, especially for the most vulnerable communities.

4m ago

Barriers to access justice

Law is a tool created by the people, for the people, in order to promote fairness and order in society.

11m ago

Gender bias entrenched in our legislation

From family structures to politico-legal frameworks, deeply rooted patriarchal views have historically influenced every aspect of life.

1y ago
November 14, 2025
November 14, 2025

Progressive evolution of guardianship laws in Bangladesh

A “guardian” is someone who takes care of a child, looks after the child’s property, or both, according to Section 4(2) of the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890. However, under Muslim law, guardianship is divided into two types based on function: Waliyat alal Nafs and Waliyat alal Mal.

August 20, 2025
August 20, 2025

Climate change as a human rights concern

Climate change is no longer solely an environmental issue; it has become a critical human rights challenge, especially for the most vulnerable communities.

January 25, 2025
January 25, 2025

Barriers to access justice

Law is a tool created by the people, for the people, in order to promote fairness and order in society.

December 13, 2024
December 13, 2024

Gender bias entrenched in our legislation

From family structures to politico-legal frameworks, deeply rooted patriarchal views have historically influenced every aspect of life.