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The document discusses child marriage in India, including its definition, causes, prevalence, and legal aspects. It defines child marriage as marriage under the age of 18 for girls and 21 for boys. It notes that child marriage violates human rights and has serious health and social consequences. Approximately 1.5 million girls in India are married under age 15, with some states having much higher rates than others. Poverty, dowry practices, lack of education, and traditional cultural beliefs all contribute

Author

Nasreen Hasan

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EN