| dc.description.abstract | This research explores the inclusion of legal education in the secondary education system of
Bangladesh as a preventive strategy to reduce crime by nurturing legally aware and socially
responsible citizens. Adopting a mixed-method approach, data was collected through surveys
from secondary school students in Dhaka and interviews with teachers and legal experts. The
findings indicate a significant lack of awareness among students regarding basic legal rights,
criminal consequences, and civic duties. Stakeholders showed strong support for introducing
legal education, recognizing its potential to foster ethical values, critical thinking, and resistance
to negative peer influence. Drawing inspiration from countries like the UK, Australia, and China,
where legal education is embedded in school curricula, the study recommends integrating age
appropriate legal content, teacher training, interactive workshops, and visual tools for effective
implementation. Unlike approaches that focus solely on juvenile crime, this research emphasizes
early legal empowerment as a long-term solution. It concludes that legal education at the
secondary level is crucial not only for academic enrichment, but also for building a safer, law
abiding society. Immediate policy intervention and collaboration between the education and legal
sectors are essential for translating this vision into reality. | en_US |
