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Legal framework and policies in Bangladesh related to addressing GBV.

  Bangladesh has taken several legal and policy measures to address gender-based violence (GBV) and promote gender equality. Here are some key legal frameworks and policies in Bangladesh related to addressing GBV: { Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Act, 2010 : This act provides legal protection and remedies for victims of domestic violence. It defines domestic violence broadly, covering physical, mental, sexual, and economic abuse within marital and familial relationships. It criminalizes various forms of domestic violence and establishes Special Tribunals to hear cases and provide protection orders. { Nari O Shishu Nirjatan Daman Ain (Women and Children Repression Prevention Act), 2000: This law addresses various forms of violence against women and children, including rape, acid violence, trafficking, and sexual harassment. It prescribes severe penalties for offenders and sets up specialized courts to expedite the legal process and ensure the rights of survivors. { Ac