Anisul Huq (politician)
Anisul Huq (born 29 March 1956) is a Bangladeshi lawyer and politician. He is the current Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs of the Government of Bangladesh.
Early Life and Education:
Anisul Huq is the son of Serajul Huq, a prominent lawyer who served as the Attorney General of Bangladesh. He completed his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
Career:
Huq is a lawyer by profession and a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He specializes in constitutional law and human rights.
He entered politics and was elected to the Jatiya Sangsad (National Parliament) from the Brahmanbaria-4 constituency in the 10th, 11th, and 12th parliamentary elections.
He was appointed as the Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs on 12 January 2014, and has served in that role since then.
Notable Contributions as Law Minister:
- He has been involved in drafting and enacting several important laws during his tenure.
- He has overseen amendments to existing laws to align them with contemporary needs and international standards.
- He has been a vocal advocate for judicial reforms and improving access to justice for all citizens.
- He played a significant role in the trial and execution of individuals convicted of war crimes committed during the 1971 Liberation War of Bangladesh.
- He has represented Bangladesh in various international forums on legal and human rights issues.
Controversies:
Like many politicians, Anisul Huq has faced criticism and controversies related to various policy decisions and legal proceedings during his time in office. Specific details regarding these controversies would require further detailed investigation and citation of verifiable sources.
Personal Life:
Information regarding his personal life is generally available in the public domain.
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