#childmarriage

Britain was rebuked in the #LeagueOfNations on #ThisDayInHistory in 1933 for allowing #ChildMarriage in its #PalestineMandate law code. They first set it at 13 for girls, and lower under certain conditions, but raised it to 15 in 1936. Prior #Ottoman law used a minimum age of 17.

Child marriage remains a serious social challenge that impacts education, health, and the future of young girls. Ending this practice requires awareness, education, and collective action. Smile Foundation works toward empowering communities and supporting initiatives that create opportunities for children to learn, grow, and build a better future. Visit: https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/blog/child-marriage-indias-evil/ #ChildMarriage #SmileFoundation