The government’s legal adviser has called on the judiciary to do its utmost to serve justice, even within the limitations they face. “Judges have no room for wrongdoing or bias. Performing duties is not conditional upon privileges. They must fulfill their responsibilities even in the absence of convenience,” he said.
Acknowledging the judiciary’s own structural limitations, he emphasized the need to make the legal system more accessible and efficient.
He also referred to the case of 17-year-old Hasnatul Islam Faiyaz, who was arrested during the quota reform protests. He stated that the Ministry of Law had urged a swift investigation. “If the investigation is not concluded, the ministry has limited recourse,” he added.
The case includes confessional statements under Section 164 from two individuals, and questions remain as to why those statements have not been withdrawn after eight months. The adviser clarified that Faiyaz’s brother was not given any assurance but was kept informed of the legal process.