Traditional Shalish system for rural dispute resolution in Bangladesh: An analytical study of its structure and operational mechanism
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2021-03-22
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(CRP), International Islamic University Chittagong, Bangladesh,
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This study aims at exploring the structure and operational mechanism of Shalish-a traditional
rural dispute resolution system in Bangladesh. It seems that this dispute resolution system,
being very informal and flexible in nature, has no organized structure and operational
mechanism. However, this paper aims to critically investigate the situation. Based on
observation of a number of Shalish events in a rural area of the country and extensive
discussion with some Shalishkars and disputants, this qualitative study finds that the system is
well structured and its operational mechanism is quite effective, albeit with some limitations.
It is recommended that a local Alim (Islamic Scholar) should be included in all Shalish to ensure
shari’ah related issues like some family and inheritance related disputes. Shalishkars need to be
trained and upgraded in their experiences and qualities through workshops, seminars in
respect of legal, moral and shari’a issues.
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Shalish,, Dispute Resolution,, Traditional Shalish