| dc.description.abstract | This research examines the role of legal literacy in preventing crime among youth in
Bangladesh. It highlights how the absence of legal education in the secondary curriculum
contributes to juvenile delinquency and weak legal awareness. Through analysis of
criminological theories, textbook review, and relevant case laws, the study identifies
major gaps in the education system. It proposes integrating legal education into school
curricula, training teachers, and involving communities to build responsible, law-abiding
citizens. The research concludes that structured legal education is a practical strategy to
reduce youth crime and promote the rule of law.
Furthermore, this study offers a comparative perspective by reviewing how countries like
the UK, Finland, and India have successfully incorporated legal education into their
school systems. It highlights how early legal awareness fosters civic responsibility,
reduces juvenile crime, and strengthens democratic values. Despite institutional and
cultural challenges in Bangladesh, the study emphasizes that legal literacy must be
treated not merely as academic knowledge, but as a life skill essential for sustainable
crime prevention and social justice. | en_US |
