Teach your children to respect women
There has been a rise in sexual abuse and violence against women in recent times. While flipping through the newspapers every day, it's almost certain that you would come across reports of violence of different sorts against women, which I believe indicates the moral degradation taking place in our society.
The brutal murder of Rupa Khatun in Tangail, who was gang-raped and then killed, reminds me of the much-talked-about case of Nirvoya in Delhi. In my opinion, lack of emphasis on teaching children about moral values may be a contributing factor to the rise of the disturbing phenomenon. Children should be taught how to treat and respect women which will impact their demeanour as they grow up. Parents—especially mothers—can play a crucial role in this regard.
Nafis Sadik, Farmgate, Dhaka
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