
Himachal Pradesh Raises Legal Marriage Age to ....

The Himachal government had established a committee in december to explore the feasibility of raising the legal age limit for girls' marriages. The recent decision is a result of the committee's recommendations and is data-aligned with the growing desire among girls to marry after achieving personal and educational milestones.
This progressive step by the himachal pradesh government is seen as a timely and appropriate measure to provide legal protection in line with the aspirations of young women. It is hoped that other Chief Ministers in the telugu states and beyond will consider similar decisions to address societal challenges and promote the well-being and empowerment of girls by increasing the legal marriage age to 21 years.