Another High Court lawyer noted that even as the Appellate Division has rejected the Jamaat's registration plea, restarting the legal battle is possible. “The application in the Appellate Division was dismissed for 'default', indicating the appellant's absence during the hearing." 'FUNDAMENTAL CHANGES NECESSARY'The High Court deemed the Jamaat’s registration “illegal and void”, saying its charter was contradictory to the country's constitution. Thirdly, a registered political party is prohibited from discriminating based on religion, caste, and sex. After postponing the hearing several times, the Appellate Division asked the petitioners to move the High Court on Nov 19.

Source: bd News24 November 24, 2023 05:00 UTC