CRACKDOWN AGAINST CHILD MARRIAGES
From flowers to guns: Women's struggle against military conscription in Myanmar
Thousands of people are fleeing Myanmar due to the military junta's announcement of conscription to bolster its forces against armed groups challenging its power. The exodus is driven by fear of forced recruitment, with reports of human rights abuses and violence against women. The situation worsened after the 2021 coup, leading to widespread displacement and unrest. Women, in particular, face increased risks of trafficking, exploitation, and discrimination.
58 child labourers rescued from distillery in MP's Raisen
A total of 39 boys and 19 girls were rescued from a distillery in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district. The operation was led by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and the Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA). The children, who were rescued from Som Distillery, were found with burn wounds on their hands from exposure to harsh chemicals and alcohol. They were made to work long hours daily, transported in a school bus by their employer. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered strict action against those responsible.
Assam government introduces monthly monetary support for girl students to combat child marriage
The scheme aims to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio beyond matriculation, disburse benefits via DBT, and provide financial grants under the Anundoram Borooah Scheme for students scoring over 75% marks.
Child marriage case: Assam police arrest eight, including a Kazi
A senior police officer who does not want to be named said, “The function took place at the Kabariband village under Patharkandi police station in Karimganj on Monday, police got the information and launched. These people were arrested, and the girl was rescued”.
Why many Indian women are saying no to marriage
Today’s young women know that this patriarchal arrangement will take away their power, forcing them to share responsibility disproportionately and render them financially unequal
Why women refuse marriage
Young women see marriage as a patriarchal arrangement that takes power away from them. They insist on keeping their jobs and do not cede control over their finances. They know that child-bearing will be a responsibility that will fall disproportionately to them, and will need a career break and setback in their earning capability.
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Polygamy, child marriage not poll issues in Assam: CM Himanta Sarma
Assam CM Sarma prioritizes social transformation for Miya community over votes in Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing BJP's dominance in Assam's Lok Sabha seats. He aims to address issues like polygamy and child marriage.
Nothing religious about UCC; not bringing it through back door: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sarma said, “In UCC there are no customs, precedents. UCC does not deal with ways of worship and is not connected to one’s faith. There is no question of bringing UCC through the back door, we will bring the UCC through the front door.”
Congress, AIUDF walk out of Assam Assembly against repeal of Muslim Marriages Act
The Assam Cabinet on Friday had approved the decision to repeal the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935 in a bid to end the social menace of child marriage in the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
Decoding the importance of term insurance at every stage of your life
Term insurance offers financial security and peace of mind at every stage of life. When young and single, it helps build a foundation and secure the financial interests of dependents.
Mumbai man charged for marrying 12-year-old, assaulting and impregnating her
A 29-year-old man has been charged for marrying a 12-year-old girl, sexually assaulting her, and causing her pregnancy. The incident, which occurred six months ago, highlights the issue of child marriage in India. The accused, from Satara district in Maharashtra, is accused of multiple acts of rape. The matter came to light when a local doctor discovered that the girl was four months pregnant.
Assam holds awareness campaign against child marriage
Hundreds of villages in 20 districts of Assam recently organized awareness programs against child marriage. The state government wants to make Assam child marriage-free by 2026. The National Family Health Survey reports that 31.8% of women in Assam were married before the age of 18. The government has made arrests and allocated funds to prevent child marriage, and is also considering banning polygamy.
Same-sex marriage verdict: What LGBTQ community got and what it didn't
The Supreme Court of India has ruled against legalizing same-sex marriage in a 3:2 verdict. The court refused to strike down provisions of the Special Marriage Act that would include same-sex marriages, stating that it is the responsibility of the legislature to frame such laws. However, the court did grant several other rights to the LGBTQ community, including protection against discrimination, the right to choose a partner, the right to intimate association, and the right to adopt children.
Age of consent: NCPCR likely to advise govt against accepting Law Commission recommendations
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is expected to advise the government against accepting the Law Commission's recommendations on the age of consent in cases involving adolescents aged 16-18 under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO). The NCPCR has raised concerns about the veracity of a policy brief used by the Law Commission in its report and has urged UNICEF to withdraw the document.
Over 1,000 held in second phase of crackdown against child marriages in Assam
Over 1,000 people have been arrested in Assam, India in a crackdown on child marriage. The state government data shows that 3,098 individuals were arrested in the first two months of this year under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act. Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has stated that the government aims to eradicate child marriage from the state by 2026. The government has allocated ₹200 crore for the 'Mission for Prevention of Child Marriage'.
Not advisable to tinker with existing age of consent under POCSO Act: Law Commission to govt
The Law Commission in India has recommended against changing the age of consent under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Instead, it suggested introducing guided judicial discretion in cases involving tacit approval of children aged 16-18. The Commission emphasized the negative impact of reducing the age of consent on efforts to combat child marriage and trafficking.
Social evils cropped up in Indian society due to Islamic invasion: RSS leader Krishna Gopal
A senior RSS functionary claimed that social evils such as child marriage and the ban on widow re-marriage emerged in Indian society due to the Islamic invasion. He stated that women and girls were subjected to various restrictions during the medieval period to protect them from invaders. The RSS leader also mentioned the abduction and sale of women in markets during that time.
Assam DGP instructs all districts for early completion of child marriage cases
The DGP conducted the second monthly State Crime Conference at the Assam Police Headquarters. All the additional Superintendents of Police, In-charge of crime of various districts, DCP (Crime) from the City and all the Range Officers were present in the conference.
Assam government will engage series of lawyers to deal with Child marriage cases-Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sarma said," Till now in this mission against the child marriage in Assam, 90% percent of the cases will be convicted under POCSO Act. We have arrested many persons in connections with child marriage and so far many of them have been convicted. We will work for conviction because our government is serious about this social evil and by 2026, child marriage will be completely stopped in Assam.”
Drive against child marriage to intensify, says Assam Chief Minister Sarma
He said, “Several people who had planned marriage below 18 years had cancelled. People are coming and checking with police if they can arrange the marriage as the bride has attained 18 years two months or three months. There is huge awareness now.” Sarma said, “Only 98 people have got bail.”
2,789 people held so far as crackdown on child marriage continues: Assam CM Himanta Biswa
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that 2,789 people have been arrested so far during the ongoing crackdown on child marriage, which completed a week on Friday. The government has also initiated a process to take measures for the rehabilitation of "victims" of child marriage.
2,763 people arrested so far in crackdown against child marriages in Assam
According to the data shared by Assam police, 216 persons have been arrested in Hojai, 184 in Nagaon, 183 in Dhubri, 158 in Baksa, 146 in Barpeta, 140 in Biswanath, 128 in Morigaon, 121 in Bongaigaon, 118 in Hailakandi, 108 in Kokrajhar, 107 in Karimganj, 102 in Kamrup.
Temporary jails coming up in Assam as crackdown on child marriage continues
"We have got the approval for setting up a temporary jail. It will be established in a non-functional existing government premises near Silchar," Cachar Superintendent of Police Nomal Mahatta told PTI.
Assam drive against child marriage: 2,528 held; DGP says filing charge sheets major challenge
Protests against the arrests by women activists were reported during the day from Silchar in Cachar district. Four of them were arrested and released on personal bond, police said.
Child marriage: AIUDF claims crackdown without framing rules; Cong questions failure of other govt bodies
In a crackdown on child marriage since Friday, police have arrested 2,258 people so far based on 4,074 FIRs registered against such cases with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asserting on Saturday that the drive will continue till 2026 Assembly election.
Assam Police arrests 1,800 people in massive crackdown on child marriage
The police had registered 4,004 cases of child marriage in less than a fortnight since the state cabinet decided on January 23 to take action, with the arrest of offenders and a simultaneous launch of an extensive awareness campaign. The highest number of 136 arrests so far has been made in Dhubri where 370 cases have been registered, followed by 110 in Barpeta and 100 in Nagaon.
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