The Growing Crisis of Child Labour in Bangladesh: A Focus on the Vehicle Sector and Legal Frameworks

The primary objective of this paper is to analyse the underlying reasons for the increase in child labour within the local vehicle sector, particularly in Leguna, and to identify potential strategies for its prevention. Child labour represents a critical issue that demands urgent attention and action. This study highlights the growth of child labour in a developing nation such as Bangladesh and examines its multifaceted impact on society, including both its advantageous and adverse effects. The rise in child labour can be attributed to factors such as poverty, the COVID-19 pandemic, and various other obstacles. This research reveals that the earnings of child workers in Bangladesh’s transportation industry are significantly lower than those of adult workers, and nearly all children are employed informally. Herein, a policy change that involves equal collaboration between the government and NGOs, providing alternative income opportunities and awareness programs, would be ideal. This gap has been left open regarding the practical enforcement aspects of child laws in Bangladesh. It is recommended that administrative systems be held accountable for protecting rights and aligning judicial interpretation with modern times.