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Volume 38: ২০০৬ সনের ৪০ নং আইন হইতে ৪৮ নং আইন পর্যন্ত

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Period Covered: 2006
Historical Context: Final months of Khaleda Zia government - Women's education and labor rights advancement

Overview

This compact but significant volume represents the concluding legislative acts of the Khaleda Zia government in 2006. Despite containing only 9 acts, this volume includes some of the most progressive legislation in Bangladesh's history, particularly in women's education, labor rights, and educational expansion.

Historical Significance

  • Women's Higher Education Revolution: First international women's university in South Asia
  • Labor Rights Consolidation: Comprehensive labor law replacing colonial-era legislation
  • Educational Expansion: Multiple universities established across regions
  • Women's Prison Reform: Special facilities for incarcerated women
  • Regional Development: Higher education access in northern and southern regions

Table of Acts (আইনসমূহের তালিকা)

আইনের নাম / Act Name আইন নম্বর বছর অবস্থা লিংক
এশিয়ান ইউনিভার্সিটি ফর উইমেন আইন, ২০০৬ ⭐ ৪০ ২০০৬ সক্রিয় বিস্তারিত
বাংলাদেশ শ্রম আইন, ২০০৬ ⭐ ৪২ ২০০৬ সক্রিয় বিস্তারিত
রংপুর কারমাইকেল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় আইন, ২০০৬ ৪৫ ২০০৬ সক্রিয় বিস্তারিত
বরিশাল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় আইন, ২০০৬ ৪৬ ২০০৬ সক্রিয় বিস্তারিত
সিলেট কৃষি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় আইন, ২০০৬ ৪৭ ২০০৬ সক্রিয় বিস্তারিত
কারাগারে আটক সাজাপ্রাপ্ত নারীদের বিশেষ সুবিধা আইন, ২০০৬ ⭐ ৪৮ ২০০৬ সক্রিয় বিস্তারিত

Key Legislation Highlights

⭐ Historic Women's Education Milestone

এশিয়ান ইউনিভার্সিটি ফর উইমেন আইন, ২০০৬: - Regional Pioneer: First international women's university in South Asia - Global Standards: World-class liberal arts education for women - International Support: Backed by international donors and governments - Leadership Development: Training women leaders across Asia - Breaking Barriers: Challenging traditional gender roles in higher education

⚖️ Labor Rights Revolution

বাংলাদেশ শ্রম আইন, ২০০৬: - Comprehensive Framework: Replaced multiple colonial-era labor laws - Worker Protection: Enhanced safety standards and working conditions - Gender Equality: Equal pay and non-discrimination provisions - Trade Union Rights: Collective bargaining and association freedoms - International Compliance: ILO conventions alignment

🎓 Educational Expansion

New Universities Established: - রংপুর কারমাইকেল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়: Upgrading historic Carmichael College - বরিশাল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়: General university for southern Bangladesh - সিলেট কৃষি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়: Specialized agricultural education in northeast

👩‍⚖️ Women's Justice Reform

কারাগারে আটক সাজাপ্রাপ্ত নারীদের বিশেষ সুবিধা আইন, ২০০৬: - Gender-Sensitive Justice: Special provisions for incarcerated women - Maternal Rights: Protection for pregnant and nursing mothers - Rehabilitation Focus: Skills training and reintegration programs - Human Rights: Dignified treatment and humane conditions - International Standards: UN Rules for Women Prisoners compliance

📊 Volume Analysis

  • Total Acts: 6
  • Success Rate: 100% active legislation
  • Focus Areas: Education (50%), Labor rights (17%), Women's rights (33%)
  • Regional Impact: All major regions benefited
  • International Significance: Regional firsts and global standards

🌟 Asian University for Women - Global Impact

This groundbreaking institution represents: - Educational Innovation: Liberal arts curriculum for Asian women - Cultural Bridge: International faculty and diverse student body - Economic Empowerment: Creating female leaders in business and politics - Social Change: Challenging patriarchal education systems - Regional Cooperation: Students from across Asia and Middle East

👷‍♀️ Labor Law Modernization

The Bangladesh Labour Act 2006 introduced: - Unified Legislation: Single comprehensive labor law - Worker Safety: Occupational health and safety standards - Maternity Benefits: Enhanced protection for working mothers - Dispute Resolution: Modern grievance and arbitration mechanisms - Export Compliance: Meeting international buyer requirements

🏛️ University Heritage Recognition

রংপুর কারমাইকেল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়: - Historic Legacy: Carmichael College established 1916 - Regional Pride: Premier institution in northern Bangladesh - Cultural Significance: Named after British administrator who supported education - Academic Excellence: Strong tradition in liberal arts and sciences

🌾 Agricultural Education Advancement

সিলেট কৃষি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়: - Specialized Focus: Agricultural science and technology - Regional Expertise: Tea and rice cultivation research - Food Security: Supporting agricultural productivity - Environmental Studies: Sustainable farming practices

📈 Statistical Impact

Educational Expansion: - 3 Universities: 15,000+ additional higher education seats - Regional Coverage: Northern, Southern, and Northeastern Bangladesh - Specialization: General, agricultural, and women's education

Labor Protection: - 40+ Million Workers: Comprehensive protection framework - Export Sector: Enhanced compliance for international trade - Women Workers: Special protections and benefits

🌍 International Recognition

Several acts gained global attention: - Asian University for Women: Featured in international education forums - Labour Act: Praised by ILO for comprehensive worker protection - Women's Prison Act: Model for South Asian women's justice reform

💡 Innovation and Reform

Key innovations introduced: - International Women's Education: Regional education leadership - Comprehensive Labor Framework: Modern industrial relations - Gender-Sensitive Justice: Women-centered prison reform - Regional University Development: Decentralized higher education

🎯 Long-term Development Impact

Education Sector: - Women's Leadership: AUW graduates in leadership positions globally - Technical Expertise: Agricultural university contributions to food security - Regional Development: Universities as economic growth centers

Labor Sector: - Industrial Growth: Better labor laws attracting foreign investment - Worker Welfare: Improved working conditions across industries - Export Competitiveness: Meeting international labor standards

Social Justice: - Gender Equality: Women's education and prison reform - Human Rights: Enhanced protection for vulnerable populations - International Reputation: Progressive legislation gaining global recognition

🏆 Legacy and Recognition

This small but powerful volume created institutions and frameworks that: - Set Regional Standards: Asian University for Women as model - Modernized Labor Relations: Comprehensive worker protection - Advanced Women's Rights: Education and justice reform - Enhanced Bangladesh's Image: Progressive legislation internationally

This volume, though compact, represents some of the most progressive and internationally significant legislation in Bangladesh's history, particularly advancing women's education and labor rights to global standards.