press. We believe that this manual will make effective contribution to creation, enhancement and dissemination of human rights awareness. We are happy to mention that another valuable research work is awaiting its revelation in printed words. This is a book on the human rights philosophy of the Father of the nation- Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The magnetic extracts from the public speeches of Bangabandhu made during his lifetime relating to human rights have been compiled in this book. We claim it as undoubtedly the most precise and genuine reflection of Bangabandhu's rumination. We believe that this book shall be considered an important historical document on Bangbabandhu's thoughts on human rights. 13.During its tenure, the present commission has been praised and acknowledged as a potential, promising and crucial state institution in the international plane. Despite many limitations, within a single year of this commission taking up the office NHRC has been recognised as a complying institution according to the Paris Principles by the apex international organization of the national human rights institutions –the ICC (International coordinating Council of national human rights institutions). In the acknowledgement letter the ICC specifically mentioned that “the SCA (Sub-Committee on Accreditation) welcomes the recent establishment of the NHRCB. In particular, the SCA recognizes the significant public advocacy undertaken by the new Chairperson, as well as the various activities undertaken by the NHRCB…” However, it must be mentioned here that NHRC has been awarded the ' B' status, whereas the topmost status is that of category 'A'. The ICC suggested that the NHRC Act of 2009 make concrete amendments to make it comply with the Paris Principles. Recommendations in this regard has already been placed before the government and we believe that the government shall take measures necessary for enhancing NHRC's goodwill and acceptance in the international community and also as a proof of Bangladesh's genuine commitment towards human rights. As a direct consequence of the ICC recognition NHRC has also acquired the associate membership of the Asia Pacific Forum (the regional forum for the national human rights institutions of this region). By participating in various conferences, workshops etc. conducted by both the forums, NHRC got opportunity to uphold its image whilst the positive achievements and challenges in the national arena could also be projected which received wide acclamations from all. This is indeed a remarkable feat for any institution! 14.Another remarkable feat for the NHRC was that in this moderate span of time we have been able to secure a place of trustworthiness and confidence in the mind of the general people. Whosoever has come in touch with the NHRC , knows that here at NHRC, from the point of lodging a complaint till the final disposition, nowhere during the process does any person have to undergo any harassment. Any Officer of the Commission, including the Chairman, is available for a tête-a-tête without any prior appointment for discussing any grievance. It needs no require mentioning that not all types of complaints fall within the jurisdiction of NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT, 2012 9