ABSTRACT
This introduction presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in the subsequent chapters of this book. The book focuses on Bangladesh’s criminal justice system and examines the issues of the criminal justice system. It begins with the huge importance that was prevalent in the Indian civilization, i.e., dharma, which is the principles of righteousness. The book provides a brief overview of the crime situation in Maldives and the various components of criminal justice system of Maldives. It outlines the functioning of the criminal justice system in Nepal and emphasizes the need for reform of both structural and legal frameworks. The book discusses the criminal justice system of Pakistan and the issues of the crime situation, policing, judiciary and prisons in Pakistan. It describes rights guaranteed by the constitution of Sri Lanka and procedural laws relating to controlling the actions of the law enforcement agencies. The book highlights how the British colonial rule fitted well with the Manusmriti.
