http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4235 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:34:05 GMT 2026-04-05T21:34:05Z http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4423 Forensic Evidence on Homicide Investigation: A Comprehensive Analysis of its Crucial Role and Impact in Case Resolution Urmi, Rahanuma Nubain Homicide, a serious social concern, demands rigorous investigation to ensure justice and prevent future occurrences. With the advancement of globalization, the standard of forensic evidence is increasing day by day all over the world. Through the analysis of forensic methods and their application in homicide investigations, this study aims to highlight the key role of forensic evidence in solving cases. Forensic evidence is essential for law enforcement agencies in criminal investigations to establish links between crimes and criminals. Forensic experts and investigators use forensic methods and technologies such as fingerprints, DNA analysis, and ballistics and trace evidence, etc. Such evidence contributes to the establishment of presumptions and this effect on the identification of the perpetrators. But this requires a proper system that brings together police, lawyers and forensic experts to apply forensic evidence to help deliver justice. Moreover, there are procedural gaps and legal loopholes in the existing law of Bangladesh, no precise guidelines on the use of forensic evidence and how a judge should determine the reliability of such evidence. Many cases are pending due to misconduct in the use of forensic evidence. Law enforcement agencies face challenges while investigating crime scenes. Therefore, significant improvements are needed to maintain the quality of forensic evidence. This thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Law in East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4423 2024-01-11T00:00:00Z http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4401 Discriminatory Muslim Personal Law Affecting Gender Equality in Bangladesh: A Constitutional Analysis to Ensure Gender Justice Jahan, Nuzhath This essay examines how Bangladesh's Muslim personal laws discriminate against women, with a particular emphasis on how these laws affect gender justice. It examines societal norms, legal frameworks, and historical developments, highlighting important areas of concern and suggesting reform initiatives. The research highlights how crucial constitutional principles are to maintaining gender justice. The main body of the paper is a thorough constitutional analysis of the discriminatory features of Bangladesh's Muslim personal laws. Examining these laws in the context of constitutional articles guarantee of fundamental rights, equality, and nondiscrimination. This analysis looks at constitutional clauses and court rulings from Bangladesh and other countries in comparison to find areas of agreement, conflict, and possible room for reform within the current legal system. The study also investigates how gender differences in Muslim personal laws might be addressed through legislative changes and judicial interpretation. To advance gender equality and justice, it looks at significant court rulings, legislative changes and policy initiatives. Through an evaluation of these policies' effectiveness in opposing patriarchal standards and defending women's rights, this analysis aims to shed light on possible directions for both social and legal change. A summary of the study's findings and suggestions for advancing gender justice within Bangladesh's framework of Muslim personal laws are provided in the conclusion. It highlights how crucial it is to fight discriminatory practices and advance gender equality through legislative reforms, judicial activism, and public involvement. Bangladesh may work towards a more inclusive and equitable legal system that protects the rights and dignity of all of its citizens, regardless of gender, by harmonizing Muslim personal laws with the constitutional values of justice, equality, and human rights. This thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Law in East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4401 2024-06-26T00:00:00Z http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4285 The Burden of Proof in Rape Cases: An Analysis under the Evidence Act 1872 Hasan, Towsif The thesis titled "The Burden of Proof in Rape Cases: An Analysis Under the Evidence Act 1872" contains an analysis of the role of burden of proof provisions in establishing guilt or innocence in sexual assault cases. This dissertation looks into the complications surrounding the provisions relating to burden of proof in the Evidence Act, 1872 shedding light on its influence on the victims, defendants, and the justice system as a whole. By analyzing relevant legal provisions and case laws, the research purposes to contribute perceptions for a more nuanced understanding of the changing aspects involved in adjudicating rape cases. This thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Law in East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4285 2024-01-11T00:00:00Z http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4284 An Analysis of Illegitimate Children’s Right within Human Rights Law Framework: A Global Perspective Munir, Tasnim Binte The study analyzes the unclear area of rights for illegitimate children based on the international human rights laws. Children who are born outside of the marriage of their biological parents frequently confront a variety of complex issues including discrimination of law, social stigmatization, and elimination of rights and protections of an individual, rights of inheritance and other social basic amenities. The study shows AN ANALYSIS OF ILLEGITIMATE CHILDREN’S RIGHT WITHIN HUMAN RIGHTS LAW FRAMEWORK: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE. Starting with the historical foundation of discrimination against illegitimate children, the research follows the development of legal structures and social beliefs that have defined their status in society. It examines the interactions in human rights standards, legal framework, social custom in various countries, illuminating both area differences and similarities in execution of the rights of illegitimate children. The study depends on the fundamental international human rights instruments such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Convention on the Rights of the Child and other regional human rights conventions. This study assesses legislative reforms, case studies and judicial precedent that have attempted to address the illegitimate children’s rights. The analysis also takes into account the obstacles and chances for improving the protection and acknowledgement of these rights for children accorse international legal framework. The purpose of the research is to provide comprehensive understanding and specific recommendation into the status and rights of illegitimate children by combining legal, social, and human rights viewpoints and to promote inclusive legal modifications and cultural transformations that are in line with the principle of equality and intrinsic value of all individuals, irrespective of their birth status. This thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Law in East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://dspace.ewubd.edu:8080/handle/123456789/4284 2024-01-14T00:00:00Z