In a patriarchal society where rape is often perceived as an instrument to intimidate the voiceless, a change in mindset is needed to end rapes and other crimes against women in Bangladesh. Stricter laws alone won't help, say experts.

Professor Mahfuza Khanam has been elected president of the Council of Asiatic Society of Bangladesh (ASB) while Dr Sabbir Ahmed its general secretary for 2020-21 period.