The University of Dhaka contributes significantly to SDG-16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions through research produced by departments such as Public Administration, Law, Criminology, Peace & Conflict Studies, Sociology, Political Science, and International Relations. These departments regularly publish studies on governance reforms, public service delivery, anti-corruption measures, judicial processes, human rights protection, digital governance, social justice, conflict resolution, and institutional accountability. DU’s research centers and journals provide evidence-based insights that support transparent governance, effective institutions, rule of law, and peaceful societies—offering policymakers, government agencies, and development partners valuable academic guidance to strengthen national and local institutions across Bangladesh.