Dhaka, April 27 -- In a resounding declaration of victory for maternal rights, the name of actress Azmeri Haque Badhon echoed through

the courtroom once more, but this time with resolute pride.

Recently, Badhon achieved a significant milestone- full guardianship of her child.

This monumental event took place on April 22 marking a triumph not just for the actress personally but for all mothers striving for recognition of their inherent rights.

The pivotal moment came as the High Court intervened to address the archaic guardianship laws prevalent in Bangladesh.

Under the existing legal framework, Section 19(B) of the Guardian and Wards Act of 1890 denied anyone the opportunity to become the guardian of a minor child if the father was a...