1915901 (Refugee)

The applicant, a citizen of Bangladesh, sought review of a decision by the Minister to refuse to grant a protection visa. The matter was remitted to the Federal Circuit Court by the Federal Court. The applicant claimed to fear persecution based on his political opinion, stemming from his father's membership and activities in a political party, and his own association with that party. He also claimed fear based on his religion, alleging he was targeted due to his Muslim faith and his friendships with Hindus, and his attendance at Hindu events. Further, he alleged he was subjected to harassment, extortion, detention, and torture by members of opposing parties and groups, and that he was perceived as wealthy due to a prior return from a Western country.