A women’s organization, Women’s Rights Movement, criticizes the Women’s Affairs Reform Commission’s report, saying it conflicts with the country’s Muslim majority women’s community expectations.
– The commission recommended withdrawing reservations on CEDAW, which the organization believes disregards religious beliefs.
– The organization opposes recommendations for constitutional changes, uniform family law, and laws on domestic violence, rape, and sexual harassment, citing conflicts with Islamic provisions.
– They also object to social recognition of sex work, considering it humiliating for women.
– The organization demands reform of the commission and formation of a new one representing mainstream women to revise the report.
Report Date: 21 April 2025
Source: Prothom Alo
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