Divorce Rate in Bangladesh : An Overview

The rapidly changing society and the priorities of an individual has altered the commitment towards the lifelong journey called ‘Marriage’. Due to the re-evaluated thoughts, the shift in the values and deep-rooted social challenges, the divorce rates in Bangladesh are consistently rising in percentage. Whether the couple is from the rural or from the city, it is obvious that they are choosing to part ways just after a few months of marriage. When we analyse the reason behind their swift decision, the following are the significant issues which play a crucial role in the lives of couples to arrive at these heartbreaking decisions such as domestic violence, financial stress, less conversation, extra marital affairs and unmet expectations. 

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What does the report say?

The above mentioned data are analysed and reported by Anadolu Ajansi, but the recent stats of the year 2024 haven’t been updated officially. Moreover, women seek the highest rate of divorce than men as we have previously seen the reason behind it.

To resolve this growing issue multiple efforts are carried out through the premarital and marital counseling that encourages the couples to communicate better and settle down the conflicts before they escalate. Most importantly, the legal reforms must be reinforced strictly to help save the women from domestic and dowry abuse.