Constitution of Bangladesh

Suranjit’s objections to 1972 constitution and the debate on rewriting

While a well-drafted constitution is essential for a democratic and humane state, it is not enough.

Legality and legitimacy of Bangladesh Constitution

Justice Badrul Haider Chowdhury called Bangladesh Constitution an “autochthonous constitution” because it got its power from the very people.

Let people, not political parties, decide interim govt’s role

The interim government should call for a plebiscite along with a reform agenda and estimated timeframe to achieve them.

SC rightly asserts the independence of EC

But will the EC live up to its obligation?

Who is eligible to be a Supreme Court judge?

The requirements are specified in the Bangladesh Constitution.

Gender violence cases: Can courts decide what a woman must wear?

A woman's constitutional rights are violated when she is harmed while exercising the personal liberty granted to her by the Supreme Law of the Land: the Constitution.

Noted citizens for decentralising power

Noted citizens stresses the need for decentralisation of power to strengthen democratic institutions and ensure the rule of law.

HC to decide on Maya’s ministership: Dr Kamal

Constitution expert Dr Kamal Hossain says the High Court may decide the legality of Mofazzal Hossain Chowdhury Maya’s ministerial post following his acquittal in a corruption case.

October 14, 2024
October 14, 2024

Suranjit’s objections to 1972 constitution and the debate on rewriting

While a well-drafted constitution is essential for a democratic and humane state, it is not enough.

August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024

Legality and legitimacy of Bangladesh Constitution

Justice Badrul Haider Chowdhury called Bangladesh Constitution an “autochthonous constitution” because it got its power from the very people.

August 11, 2024
August 11, 2024

Let people, not political parties, decide interim govt’s role

The interim government should call for a plebiscite along with a reform agenda and estimated timeframe to achieve them.

January 20, 2023
January 20, 2023

SC rightly asserts the independence of EC

But will the EC live up to its obligation?

December 23, 2022
December 23, 2022

Who is eligible to be a Supreme Court judge?

The requirements are specified in the Bangladesh Constitution.

August 30, 2022
August 30, 2022

Gender violence cases: Can courts decide what a woman must wear?

A woman's constitutional rights are violated when she is harmed while exercising the personal liberty granted to her by the Supreme Law of the Land: the Constitution.

September 20, 2015
September 20, 2015

Noted citizens for decentralising power

Noted citizens stresses the need for decentralisation of power to strengthen democratic institutions and ensure the rule of law.

July 3, 2015
July 3, 2015

HC to decide on Maya’s ministership: Dr Kamal

Constitution expert Dr Kamal Hossain says the High Court may decide the legality of Mofazzal Hossain Chowdhury Maya’s ministerial post following his acquittal in a corruption case.