Project 1: Research Proposal
Project 1
Course Code and Name: MSJ 11102 Communication Research
Project Name: Research Proposal
Topic: Child Marriage in Urban Area
Project Date: Summer 2018
Project Description: In Communication Research, we were supposed to conduct a sample research proposal based on a social science-related subject. This group project served as the culminating assignment for the course. A topic-narrowing section, a research purpose, research questions, a literature evaluation, and a research methodology are all included in this sample proposal. The research was on Child Marriage in Urban areas.
Project Justification: In rural areas and urban slums, the practice of arranging child marriages persists. The arrival of puberty is seen as a sign of maturity, equating maturity with readiness for marriage in many cultures. Even though it is against the law, dowry payments from the bride's family to the groom's family are common. Dowry is rising, as evidenced by the prevalence of dowry-related practices.
Child Marriage In Urban Area
RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Submitted by:
Sifat Nusrat - 181012048
Krishna Gopal Basak - 181012015
Submitted to:
Nandita Tabassum
Department: Media Studies and Journalism
Course: Communication Research
Course Code: MSJ11102 (section 03)
Date: September 12, 2018
Child Marriage In Urban Area
1. Introduction
Bangladesh’s socio-cultural environment contains pervasive gender discrimination, so girls and women face many obstacles to their development. Girls are often considered financial burdens on their families, and from birth, they receive less investment in their health, care and education; with the advent of puberty, differences in how adolescent girls and boys are treated become much more pronounced. Adolescence is not viewed as a distinct phase of life; instead, the onset of physical maturity is seen as an abrupt shift from childhood to adulthood. At puberty, girls’ mobility is often restricted, which limits their access to livelihood, learning and recreational and social activities. Bangladesh’s child marriage and adolescent motherhood rates are among the highest in the world. Maternal mortality rates also remain incredibly high. Poor maternal health results from early marriage, women’s malnutrition, a lack of access to and use of medical services and a lack of knowledge and information. Most women give birth without a skilled attendant. Women’s mobility is greatly limited in the home, and their decision-making power is often restricted. For instance, about 48 per cent of Bangladeshi women say that their husbands alone make decisions about their health. In comparison, 35 per cent say that their husbands make decisions regarding visits to family and friends(“Social Welfare Projects,” n.d.)
Violence against women is another major impediment to women’s development. (Age Group, n.d.)
2. Background of the Study
Child marriage does not only happen in the rural area. Nowadays, it's also a familiar and significant problem in urban areas. Last few years, many schoolgirls are get married. Arranging child marriages remains common, especially in rural areas and urban slums, where many families believe puberty's onset signifies readiness for marriage. Although the practice is illegal, it is common for the bride’s family to pay a dowry to the groom's family. There is evidence that the practice of dowry is becoming more common.(Srivastava et al., 2021)
In one study, women aged 46-60 reported that dowry was practically non-existent when they married, while 46% of women aged 15-25 reported having to pay dowry. (Economic Shocks and the Age of Marriage in Sub-Saharan Africa and India, n.d.)
3. Research Question
· Is Child Marriage decreasing, or are we not getting any information because no case was filed??
· If yes, then why are we not getting any information??
Learning and Outcome (Self-Reflection)
How to write a research paper and finish a lengthy research proposal in a hurry are two skills I have picked up. Through this experience, I have gained knowledge in qualitative and quantitative research techniques and mixed-methods studies. Through participating in this program, I was able to hone my abilities as a leader. As my first college-level group project, it helped me become more comfortable contributing to a team.