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What is the reason for forced marriage?
This is due to various factors, including poverty, insecurity, gender inequality, increased risks of sexual and gender based violence, breakdown of rule of law and state authority, and lack of access to education, among others.
Why would someone agree to an arranged marriage?
First, parents who favor arranged marriages believe that they are more experienced and objective than their children. They will be able to make better, less impulsive choices regarding a compatible, and often financially supportive mate than their child will.
Why is forced marriage against human rights?
Article 16(2) of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights (UDHR) says: Marriage shall be entered into only with the free and full consent of the intending spouses. This means that forcing someone into marriage violates their human right not to marry under Article 12 of the ECHR.
What are the effects of forced marriage?
It very often leads to early pregnancies which exposes girls to the risk of complications in pregnancy and childbirth, it affects their ability to actively engage or even attend school and therefore limits the possibility of economic independence from their ‘spouse’.
What are the solutions of forced marriage?
Solutions to End Child Marriage
- Empower girls with information, skills and support networks.
- Provide economic support and incentives to girls and their families.
- Educate and rally parents and community members.
- Enhance girls’ access to a high-quality education.
- Encourage supportive laws and policies.
What are the arguments against arranged marriages?
Disadvantages of Arranged Marriages
- Love is often not a factor.
- There may be no fit at all between partners.
- Potential higher divorce rates.
- Separation may be difficult.
- Spouses may not trust each other.
- People may be quite unhappy.
- Family problems.
- No room for personal choices.
What are the pros and cons of an arranged marriage?
Top 10 Arranged Marriage Pros & Cons – Summary List
| Arranged Marriage Pros | Arranged Marriage Cons |
|---|---|
| Parents may be more experienced than yourself | Love is no factor |
| Happy life bubble | Missing fit between partners |
| Stress to find a partner is not on you | Family problems |
| You will not suffer from lovesickness | Child marriages |
Why is forced marriage wrong?
Early and forced marriages can contribute to girls being placed in a cycle of poverty and powerlessness. Most are likely to experience mistreatment such as violence, abuse and forced sexual relations. This means that women who marry younger in age are more likely to be dominated by their husbands.
What are the reasons for a forced marriage?
Forced marriage may involve emotional pressure from family or community members such as relatives telling the victim that a family’s social status or reputation are at stake if they do not marry, or that a younger sister will be forced into the marriage instead if they don’t submit.
Is the arranged marriage the same as a forced marriage?
Arranged marriage is a common tradition in many cultures and is not the same as forced marriage. In an arranged marriage, families may play a role in choosing the marriage partner, but both individuals are free to choose whether or not to marry and when to get married.
How can I stop someone forcing me into marriage?
The Forced Marriage Unit can help you get this. It’s a legal document that can stop you being taken abroad and forced into marriage. It can also help bring you back to the UK if you are taken out of the country. If a court makes an order for you, they will protect you from anyone trying to force you into marriage.
Is it okay for my parents to force me to marry?
It’s possible that your parents or family would force you to marry because they think it’s the best thing for you. This doesn’t make things okay and you can get help to stop this from happening. You might love your parents but might also feel unsure about why you’re being forced to marry.