, April 20 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday said access to justice is a constitutional right of every citizen and not a matter of charity or mercy, stressing that his government envisions a Bangladesh where all are equal before an independent and impartial judiciary.

"We want to build a Bangladesh where there is no difference between the Prime Minister, ministers, police officers, public officials and ordinary citizens in the justice system. The judiciary will be fully independent and a strong pillar of justice," he said while inaugurating the e-bail bond system at the Bogura District Court and six other district courts.

He said the e-bail bond system would be a milestone in ensuring access to justice.

"We believe in access t...