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MCQ practice · SSC Bangladesh and Global Studies Board questions · Chapter 15: Social Problems of Bangladesh and Remedies

Jashore Board 2019

In which year did the government of Bangladesh declare six months' maternity leave?

Think it through first, then pick an option.

  1. a 2000
  2. b 2002
  3. c 2006
  4. d 2011
Answer and explanation

Correct answer: d 2011

The book says the government declared six months' leave through the gazette of 11 January 2011.

Why the other options are wrong

  • a 2000: The Women and Children Repression Prevention Act was made in 2000; the leave was declared in 2011.
  • b 2002: The Acid Crime Prevention Act was made in 2002; the leave was declared in 2011.
  • c 2006: The Labour Act was made in 2006; the leave was declared in 2011.