Reopen IU seminar library

The Department of Al Fiqh and Legal Studies under the Faculty of Law at Islamic University (IU) is a prominent department where both Islamic Sharia law and the common laws practised in Bangladesh are taught together. The department's law curriculum aligns closely with that of other universities' law departments, while the Sharia law curriculum is designed according to the standards of Sharia departments in various universities across Muslim countries.

In order to study comparative law, students often need access to a wide range of books. It is not feasible for a student to obtain all the necessary academic materials on their own. Therefore, the seminar library is the only reliable resource for students. However, due to a lack of staff, the department's seminar library has remained closed for a long time. Since the university's central library does not have enough academic books and the seminar library is inaccessible, students are facing significant challenges in acquiring academic knowledge. As a result, students are left to spend their free time between classes in idle conversation, even if they would prefer to study.

In this situation, considering the needs of the students, it has become essential to appoint skilled staff and reopen the department's seminar library. We urge the administration of Islamic University and all relevant authorities to take immediate action to reopen the seminar library, which will greatly support the academic pursuits of the students.

Shakib Al Hasan Rakib

Student

Department of Al Fiqh and Legal Studies

Islamic University, Kushtia