Tag: child marriage

The laws against child marriage exist but are not enough

This legal exploration looks at the evolution of the laws on child marriage in India.

Rajasthan: New marriage registration bill legitimises child marriage?

The bill states that if a groom is not 21 years and the bride is not 18 years old, their parents or guardians can register the marriage

Minor girl cannot live with her husband: Allahabad HC

Since the marriage was solemnised on her on free will, the court held it to be voidable, and said that she was free to reside with him once she turns 18

Bangladesh’s Ulama League demands ban on NGOs working to curb child marriage

The pro-ruling party Islamists has also demanded a ban...

Child Marriages—Especially Of Girls—Rise in Urban India, Decline In Rural

Underage marriages, especially of girls, are rising in urban...

Kerala schoolgirl stops 10 child marriages including her own with one phone call

The school girl informed Childline that she wanted to...

84% Of 12 Million Married Children Under 10 Are Hindus

Nearly 12 million Indian children were married before the...

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