DOI: 10.7910/dvn/oe7nfr
title: Bangladesh rape case dataset

description: &lt;p&gt;The "Bangladesh Rape Cases Data" dataset contains detailed information on rape cases reported in various districts of Bangladesh. This dataset is valuable for analyzing trends, patterns, and regional distributions of reported rape cases over a decade. It can be utilized by researchers, policymakers, and social scientists to study and address the issue of rape in Bangladesh.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Total Sample Size:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This dataset comprises a total of 2,813 rows, each representing an individual case reported in various districts across Bangladesh.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Data Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;headline:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The headline of the news article reporting the rape case. It provides a brief summary of the incident.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;district-tag:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The district where the incident occurred. This helps in identifying the geographical distribution of the cases.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;division-tag:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The division of Bangladesh to which the district belongs. This is useful for broader regional analysis.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;subdistrict-tag:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The specific subdistrict or locality within the district where the incident occurred. This column may contain missing values if the subdistrict is not specified.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;id:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String (UUID format)&lt;br&gt;
 Description: A unique identifier for each news article, ensuring that each entry can be distinctly referenced.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;url:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The web link to the original news article, allowing users to access the full report for more detailed information.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;last-published-at:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: DateTime&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The date and time when the news article was last published, helping to understand the timeline of the reported cases.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;offset:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: Integer&lt;br&gt;
 Description: An offset value for the article, potentially indicating its position in a larger dataset or the order of processing.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;content:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
 Type: String&lt;br&gt;
 Description: The main content of the news article, providing detailed information about the incident.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Temporal Coverage:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Minimum Date:&lt;/strong&gt; February 22, 2013&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Maximum Date:&lt;/strong&gt; April 10, 2023&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The dataset spans over a decade, allowing for a comprehensive temporal analysis of the reported cases.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Potential Uses:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trend Analysis:&lt;/strong&gt; Analyze how the frequency of reported cases changes over time.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Geographical Analysis:&lt;/strong&gt; Identify regions with higher or lower reporting rates.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Content Analysis:&lt;/strong&gt; Examine the language and details provided in the headlines and content to understand the nature of reporting.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Correlation Studies:&lt;/strong&gt; Investigate possible correlations between reported cases and other socio-economic factors.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Data Quality and Considerations:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Missing Values:&lt;/strong&gt; Some columns, such as &lt;code&gt;subdistrict-tag&lt;/code&gt;, may contain missing values where specific information was not provided.&lt;/li&gt;
 &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Data Source:&lt;/strong&gt; The data is sourced from news articles, so it may be influenced by reporting biases and the availability of news coverage.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
description: <strong>Notes:</strong>

 <strong>Data Collection:</strong> The data is collected from various news articles reporting rape cases in Bangladesh. The headlines and content provide brief summaries and detailed descriptions of the incidents, respectively.
 <strong>Data Source:</strong> The data has been collected from Prothom Alo, the most popular and well-recognized newspaper in Bangladesh, ensuring reliable and comprehensive coverage of reported cases.
 <strong>Data Processing:</strong> The dataset has been cleaned to ensure consistency and usability. Missing values in some columns, such as <code>subdistrict-tag</code>, indicate that specific details were not available in the original articles.
 <strong>Language Considerations:</strong> The headlines and content are in Bengali, reflecting the primary language of the news sources. Users may need language support tools for analysis if they are not familiar with Bengali.
 <strong>Temporal Scope:</strong> The dataset covers a period from February 22, 2013, to April 10, 2023. This extensive temporal coverage allows for longitudinal studies and trend analysis.
 <strong>Geographical Scope:</strong> The dataset includes cases from various districts and divisions of Bangladesh, providing a comprehensive geographical distribution of reported rape cases.
 <strong>Usage Considerations:</strong> The dataset is intended for research and analysis purposes. Users should be mindful of the sensitive nature of the content and handle the data with care, especially when publishing findings or sharing insights.
 <strong>Ethical Considerations:</strong> Given the sensitive nature of the data, ethical considerations are paramount. Researchers should ensure confidentiality and anonymity where applicable, and consider the impact of their findings on affected communities.
 <strong>Further Research:</strong> This dataset provides a foundation for further research into the causes, effects, and prevention of rape in Bangladesh. It can be combined with other datasets for a more comprehensive analysis.
 <strong>Contact Information:</strong> For any questions or further information, please contact the dataset provider at [Your Contact Information].