“Crime Against Women in Digital Society, A Critical Analysis of Existing Law of Bangladesh”

Abstract

The rapid proliferation of digital technologies has revolutionized communication and accessibility but has also given rise to new forms of violence and exploitation, particularly targeting women. In Bangladesh, the digital society has become a platform where crimes such as cyberbullying, online harassment, revenge pornography, and stalking are rampant, disproportionately affecting women's safety and dignity. This critical analysis explores the adequacy, implementation, and limitations of the existing legal framework in addressing these crimes against women. The study examines key legislation, including the Digital Security Act 2018 and the Information and Communication Technology Act 2006, alongside related provisions in criminal law. It evaluates the efficacy of these laws in offering protection, redress, and deterrence while identifying gaps in addressing gender-specific challenges. Furthermore, the analysis delves into societal and systemic barriers, such as victim-blaming, lack of awareness, and technological illiteracy, that hinder access to justice for female victims of digital crimes..