Power Nama: Legal Authority Given by a Bangladeshi Citizen to an Indian CitizenIntroductionCross-border family ties, inherited land, and historical migration have created complex legal relationships between people living in Bangladesh and India.One such important legal instrument is commonly known as Power Nama.In everyday language across South Asia, Power Nama refers to Power of Attorney (POA) — a written legal document through which one person authorizes another to act on their behalf.This blog explains, in detail, what a Power Nama is, why it is given by a Bangladeshi citizen to an Indian citizen, how it works legally, and what precautions must be taken.
Power Nama: Legal Authority Given by a Bangladeshi Citizen to an Indian Citizen Introduction Cross-border family ties, inherited land, and historical migration have created complex legal relationships between people living in Bangladesh and India. One such important legal instrument is commonly known as Power Nama. In everyday language across South Asia, Power Nama refers to Power of Attorney (POA) — a written legal document through which one person authorizes another to act on their behalf. This blog explains, in detail, what a Power Nama is, why it is given by a Bangladeshi citizen to an Indian citizen, how it works legally, and what precautions must be taken. 1. What Is Power Nama? Power Nama is a legal authorization document by which: One person (called the Principal) Gives authority to another person (called the Attorney / Agent) To perform specific acts on their behalf When a Bangladeshi citizen gives Power Nama to an Indian citizen, it creates a cross-border legal re...