Social Decay in Bangladesh and its way out
1. Introduction A nation’s true progress cannot be measured solely by GDP growth, export earnings, or infrastructural development. How healthy a society is can be understood by looking at the state of its family bonds, moral values, mutual trust, and social cohesion. The economic progress Bangladesh has achieved over the last three decades is undoubtedly commendable. However, alongside this progress, a form of erosion is noticeable within the society—what sociologists identify as "Social Decay." The rise in family breakups, the terrifying spread of drug addiction, suicidal tendencies among adolescents, child marriage, moral degradation centered around social media, corruption, and a lack of tolerance—all these together create a complex picture. In this article, with a neutral perspective and based on government statistics and research-backed data, we will analyze which path Bangladesh is actually walking on. 2. Definition and Context of the Problem Social decay refers...
