Community Policing (CP) in Bangladesh: Problems and Prospects for Crime Prevention and Human Security.

Abstract

Community policing has been a global "buzz" since 1980. Traditional police cannot keep up with evolving crimes and criminalities, so they prevent crime, reduce fear, maintain peace and order, find criminals, and bring them to justice. This study looks at the dynamics of community policing (CP) in Bangladesh, with an emphasis on its effectiveness on crime prevention and human security. The goal of this detailed research is to identify the significant problems and possible possibilities connected with CP implementation in Bangladesh. The study uses both qualitative and quantitative approaches, including surveys, interviews, and case studies, to evaluate several aspects of CP, such as its organizational structure, community involvement initiatives, resource distribution, and efficacy in resolving local crime problems. The study aims to identify the barriers to the successful implementation of CP projects, such as inadequate resources, bureaucratic difficulties, community distrust, and sociopolitical concerns. Furthermore, it investigates the viewpoints of community residents, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders in order to acquire an understanding of their experiences, attitudes, and expectations surrounding CP practices. This study intends to give practical advice for politicians, law enforcement agencies, and community leaders to improve the success of CP initiatives in Bangladesh by explaining the difficulties and opportunities related with the practice. Finally, it aims to help improve evidence-based crime prevention techniques and promote human security in Bangladesh's various communities.