Child marriage refers to a situation when a girl or a boy is married at a very young age, usually before they turn 18. It means that children are forced into a legally binding marriage before they are ready or capable of making such a decision.
Sentences with «child marriage»
The government estimates that child marriages in rural areas are three times higher than in urban centres. (premierchristianity.com)
The negative consequences of child marriage include making girls less healthy and less educated, as well as being linked to more domestic violence. (lomborg.com)
Topics ranged from ending child marriages to the importance of staying true to one's cultural beliefs. (afroveganchick.com)