Table of Contents Introduction 16 Methodology of the Study 18 Context of the Study 19 Legal Framework on Arrest, Detention and Torture 20 International Legal Obligations of Bangladesh 22 Judicial decisions on Arrest, Detention and Torture 27 Judicial Guidelines on Prevention of Arbitrary Arrest and Detention, Torture Decisions on Arbitrary Arrest and Detention of Women and Children 36 44 Suggestions for Legal Reform 49 Status of Implementation of Guidelines 51 Conclusion and Way Forward 52 Bibliography 53

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