The 2025 report by the Women’s Reform Commission of Bangladesh presents a wide range of recommendations aimed at establishing gender justice and advancing women’s rights. While the report includes several progressive proposals, such as securing women’s safety and property right,s it has also sparked controversy by clashing with the country’s religious, cultural, and familial values. Particularly contentious are the tensions between secular feminist ideals and religious traditions, as well as between patriarchal social structures and gendered responsibilities. Citizen Initiative presents this policy paper to critically examine these contradictions and contribute toward a balanced, inclusive gender policy.