On Tuesday(27th August), The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly has passed the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Act, 2024, raising the legal marriage age for women from 18 to 21 years. This landmark decision aims to advance gender equality and expand educational and professional opportunities for women.
Today (2nd May): The Rajasthan High Court has directed the State Government to prevent child marriages in the state, holding village heads and panchayat members accountable. The court’s decision responds to a PIL and aims to enforce the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2006. It emphasizes the responsibility of local governance bodies in preventing such marriages.
