The human rights situation in Bangladesh has fallen down significantly since Muhammad Yunus took office as the chief adviser of the interim government. Here’s a report on the current state of human rights in Bangladesh:
– Lawlessness and Mob Violence: Reports of lawlessness and mob violence against supporters of the previous government continue.
– Tensions with India: Tensions with India remain a concern.
– Journalists Arrested and Charged: Journalists affiliated with the previous regime have been arrested and charged with crimes against humanity.
– Impunity and Accountability: The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), which was instrumental in carrying out grave abuses under the previous government, still needs to be held accountable.
Recommendations for Improvement
– Establishing an Independent Mechanism: Human Rights Watch recommends establishing a UN-backed independent mechanism to investigate human rights violations.
– Disbanding RAB: Disbanding the RAB and investigating allegations of human rights violations by the unit since its establishment.
– Increasing Representation of Women: Increasing the representation of women in the cabinet and ensuring their participation in discussions about democratic rule.