Child Marriage

The Project

Child marriage is a significant social issue in India, where children, especially girls, are married off before they reach the legal age of 18 years. According to UNICEF, India has the highest number of child brides in the world, with 27% of girls marrying before the age of 18. This practice is prevalent across all religions, castes, and communities, and is often driven by poverty, gender inequality, and cultural traditions.Child marriage has severe consequences for the physical and emotional well-being of children, particularly girls. Child brides are often forced to drop out of school, limiting their opportunities for education and employment. Early marriage also puts girls at risk of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and maternal mortality, as their bodies are not yet developed enough to handle pregnancy and childbirth.

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