Sangsad Bhaban, June 30 -- Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Tuesday said the apparent rise in recorded rape cases was largely due to improved access to justice, as victims can now file cases without the social and political interference that previously discouraged them from approaching police.

Speaking in parliament during the discussion on the Home Ministry's budgetary demand and cut motions, the minister said rape survivors had often been unable or unwilling to lodge complaints in the past because of social stigma and political influence.

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"Now, whenever someone goes to a police station, the case is recorded. People can also submit general diaries (GDs)...