Rajshahi University Law Department Holds Discussion on “Alternative Dispute Resolution in Bangladesh’s Judicial System”
Date: May 11, 2022.
The Department of Law at Rajshahi University (RU) organized a discussion on “Alternative Dispute Resolution in Bangladesh’s Judicial System” on May 11, 2022. The event featured a keynote address by Justice Md. Akhtaruzzaman, Justice of the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. Other speakers included Professor Dr. M. Anisur Rahman, Professor A.N.M. Wahid, Professor Dr. Sahal Uddin, and Judge Hasanujjaman Ripon of the Rajshahi Women and Children Repression Tribunal-2. The event was moderated by Law Department faculty member Salauddin Saimum.
Key Points of Discussion:
- The importance of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in Bangladesh’s judicial system
- The different types of ADR mechanisms available in Bangladesh
- The benefits of using ADR over traditional litigation
- The challenges of implementing ADR in Bangladesh
Justice Akhtaruzzaman’s Keynote Address:
In his keynote address, Justice Akhtaruzzaman emphasized the importance of ADR as a complementary mechanism to the traditional court system. He noted that ADR can be a more efficient and cost-effective way to resolve disputes, and it can also help to preserve relationships between the parties involved. Justice Akhtaruzzaman also discussed the different types of ADR mechanisms available in Bangladesh, including mediation, arbitration, and conciliation.
Panel Discussion:
The panel discussion following Justice Akhtaruzzaman’s keynote address featured a lively exchange of views among the panelists. The panelists discussed the benefits of using ADR, as well as the challenges of implementing ADR in Bangladesh. They also shared their experiences with using ADR in their own practices.
Open Forum:
The event concluded with an open forum in which students had the opportunity to ask questions of the panelists. Justice Akhtaruzzaman and the other panelists provided thoughtful and insightful answers to the student’s questions.
Overall, the discussion on “Alternative Dispute Resolution in Bangladesh’s Judicial System” was a valuable event that raised awareness of the importance of ADR and its potential benefits for the Bangladeshi legal system.
