Assam government arrested over 2278 in child marriage, child marriage in Assam, Government action against child marriage.

 

The Assam government has taken strong action against child marriage, arresting over 2,000 people across the state. The arrests were made based on 4,074 FIRs, with most of them taking place in districts such as Biswanath, Dhubri, Baksa, Barpeta, and Nagaon. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had announced that a drive against child marriage would be launched, and the majority of the population has been supportive of the action. The government has registered over 4004 cases in connection with the crackdown, and the Chief Minister has appealed to the public to support the government's initiative. 

Difference between child marriage and forced marriage

Child marriage is a common practice in the Indian state of Assam. Despite the fact that the practice is illegal and carries severe penalties when detected, it is still prevalent in some rural and tribal parts of Assam. The main drivers of child marriage in Assam are poverty, illiteracy, lack of awareness, and traditional conceptions of marriage. 

In many cases, girls as young as 10 years old are married off by their parents in order to ensure their economic security. This practice is often seen as a way of avoiding the expense associated with dowries. Child marriage also reinforces gender inequality and restricts girls’ access to education, employment opportunities and health care.

Action taken by the government against chid marriage. 

The Indian government has taken some steps to combat the practice of child marriage in Assam by passing laws such as the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2006. The act makes it illegal for anyone to arrange or conduct a child marriage, and those found guilty of doing so can be punished with a fine of Rs 1 lakh and up to two years in prison.

In addition, the government has set up special Family Courts in Assam to protect the rights of children and to deal with cases of child marriage. The courts can annul child marriages and have the power to issue restraining orders against those involved in such marriages.

Conclusion

Despite the legal and policy measures, the problem of child marriage in Assam remains a major challenge. To address the problem in a more effective manner, there is a need to focus on raising awareness, providing economic alternatives to families, and providing access to education.