Legal notice demands stricter regulation of romantic content in Bangladeshi media to curb moral decay
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A Supreme Court lawyer has issued a formal legal notice to the government, demanding strict administrative action to curb the production and broadcast of romance-centric films and dramas, citing concerns over moral decay and the disruption of social order among the youth.
The notice, sent on Thursday to the Cabinet Secretary, the Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Secretary of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, and the Chairman of the Bangladesh Film Censor Board, calls for mandatory directives to prioritize content focused on science, education, history, the Liberation War, and national defense to foster a patriotic and ethically conscious nation.
Lawyer Mahmudul Hasan Mamun, who filed the notice, stated that the current saturation of romantic content in the entertainment industry has caused a significant cultural imbalance. He argued that the frequent depiction of extramarital affairs and illicit relationships as socially acceptable is eroding traditional moral values. According to the notice, this trend is distracting students from their education and career development, while potentially contributing to a rise in criminal activities, including adultery and sexual violence.
The legal document emphasizes that while Article 39 of the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech and expression, this right is subject to reasonable restrictions imposed by law in the interest of decency and morality. Furthermore, the petitioner cited Article 23, which mandates that the state preserve the nation’s cultural traditions and heritage, and Article 21(1), which defines the duty of citizens to uphold the Constitution and maintain social discipline.
The authorities have been given ten days to respond to the notice and outline the administrative measures being undertaken to address these concerns. Should the government fail to comply within the stipulated timeframe, the petitioner intends to file a public interest litigation (PIL) in the High Court under Article 102 of the Constitution.
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