Bangladesh Statue of Justice controversy

The controversy centers on the statue's depiction of the Themis, the Greek goddess of divine law, wearing a sari.

Supporters of Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh marched from the national mosque, Baitul Mukarram, after Friday prayers.

[18] The Hellenic Indian Society for Culture & Development (ELINEPA) in Athens described the statue of Themis as a symbol of justice and secularism in Bangladesh.

[23] The order was given from the Supreme Court, and the difference was stated to be one where the statue was on display (initial location) and one where it was inside and therefore not 'on focus'.

[24] The statue was destroyed in August 2024 after the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the fall of the Awami League government.