Calls for Implementation of Legislation Against Child Marriage Unheeded

Early marriage deprives a girl of the right to a healthy childhood and quality education, which can empower her socially and politically. Pakistan is the sixth-largest owner of underage girls in the world. Factors for early marriage include poverty, tradition, customs, religious beliefs, poor legislation, inadequate law enforcement, and an inadequate birth registry. Early marriage […]

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