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Apr 25, 2017 · Child Marriages Throughout History. Child marriage refers to the formal or informal union or marriage entered by an individual below the age of 18 years. This act has been the subject of thousands of debates and controversies worldwide where those favoring child marriages have fought both verbally and violently against those not favoring this act.
Child marriage is not a fringe issue in Malaysia. There are nearly 9,000 such cases from 2010 to 2015 — 6,268 Muslims and 2,775 non-Muslims. Child marriage has been shown to negatively impact the child’s physical and mental health, reduce his or her education and economic opportunities, and increase the risk of domestic and sexual abuse.
Therefore, child marriage in Malaysia not only has its roots in religious conservatism but also in the patriarchal structure of our society which embraces and opts for patriarchal beliefs
Marriages in which a child under the age of 18 years is involved occur worldwide, but are mainly seen in South Asia, Africa, and Latin America. A human rights violation, child marriage directly impacts girls’ education, health, psychologic well-being, and the health of their offspring.
Child marriage in 1697 of Marie Adélaïde of Savoy, age 12 to Louis, heir apparent of France age 15. The marriage created a political alliance. Child marriages may depend upon socio-economic status. The aristocracy in some cultures, as in the European feudal era tended to use child marriage as a method to secure political ties.
Child marriage robs children of their childhood and can result in serious long-term consequences on their lives and health. Malaysia upholds the principles of the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Sustainable
Child marriage also exposes children to particular risks and threats to their well-being, including exploitation and abuse, as well as health risks posed by early pregnancy and childbirth....
