Donation of Human Organ: Laws and Practices in Bangladesh

Abstract

Organ donation is donating an organ to someone else who needs a transplant. This amazingly generous act saves thousands of lives in the world every year. The study evaluates the existing legal framework in donation of human organ and explores the effectiveness of current laws and regulations. It highlights the need for strict rules and regulation for offenders and advocates for amending outdated and defective provisions in organ donation laws. Rather than solely focusing on severe punishment for illegal organ donation. To increase human organ donation, the analysis suggests comprehensive awareness programs in educational institutions, rural area. Providing enforces laws and guiding on donation to the rural area is essential to ensure greater awareness and prevention. Moreover, the study acknowledges the role of social media, online platforms, and print media in raising awareness about organ donation. Despite the challenges in navigating social and cultural differences and changing mentalities, the study underscores the importance of coordinated efforts between the government, judiciary, law enforcement, and civil society to maintain law and order and create a better result of human organ donation.