Introduction

I propose to conduct a survey on the topic “Is female independence the main reason behind the increasing number of divorce rate?” This survey will be in context of Bangladesh.
The rate of divorce is rising due to increased female independence. High rate of divorce is a common problem in western countries but in Bangladesh it is also following the trend. It is suggested that overall improvement in women’s position in terms of financial and social status has changed the scenario. Women’s position is getting stronger both financially and emotionally. Now they are more conscious about their rights, education and job facilities are giving more independence these days. Women's “work outside the home" has brought about a revolutionary change in the overall social outlook. They now claim equal rights as men, but as a consequence it is affecting marriage relationships. This overall change in women’s roles is leading to an increase in divorce rate due to inequality in acceptance of women’s freedom.
There is a strong correlation between divorce rates and married women's involvement in the work force. Married women's increased participation in the work force may have many consequences. Some of the consequences that result from married women working are that there is less time spent at home, less time of interaction with family, and changing goals for the future. These consequences may negatively affect the marital relationship and contribute to the increasing divorce rates because some people may be reluctant to adapt their traditional beliefs about the roles they think men and women should perform.
More recently, changes in economic conditions, social norms, and in values (such as an emphasis on togetherness has shifted to an emphasis on individuality) have contributed to an increase in married women's involvement in the work force. Also large societal