Author: Panna Mallick & Dr. Avneesh Kumar
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03090026
Abstract: Child marriage remains one of the most persistent social issues in India, with profound implications for gender equality, education, and socio-economic development. The district of Murshidabad in West Bengal represents a critical site for understanding this phenomenon due to its deeply rooted cultural traditions, economic deprivation, and gender inequalities. This paper explores the intersecting roles of poverty, education, and gender in perpetuating child marriage in Murshidabad district. Using secondary data, fieldbased observations, and existing literature, the study analyzes how socio-economic vulnerabilities, patriarchal ideologies, and limited access to education collectively sustain early marriage practices. It also highlights the failures of policy interventions and suggests community-based and educational strategies to prevent child marriage and empower girls toward sustainable development and gender justice.
Keywords: Child Marriage, Poverty, Gender Inequality, Education, Murshidabad, Socio-Economic Determinants.
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