The official news agency IRNA reported on Tuesday, citing the Director General of Cultural Studies at the Research Center of the Parliament, that 'approximately four thousand marriages under the age of 14 are registered annually in the country.' Among these, the provinces of Zanjan, East Azerbaijan, and North Khorasan hold the first to third ranks in this statistic, respectively. Sina Kalhor further added, 'In the age group under 14, there have been a thousand reported divorces among the four thousand marriages. The highest divorce rate is for the age group of 25 to 29 years.' According to Mr. Kalhor, 'The most suitable age for marriage, according to public opinion, is 15 to 19 years.' This official did not mention the source of these statistics.
Annual Registration of 'Four Thousand Marriages Under 14 Years' in Iran
Iran registers around four thousand marriages annually for individuals under 14 years old, with significant divorce rates reported. The provinces of Zanjan, East Azerbaijan, and North Khorasan lead in these statistics. This raises concerns about child marriage and its implications for societal norms and legal frameworks in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Iran registers approximately four thousand marriages annually involving individuals under the age of 14, with a notable number of divorces reported. The provinces of Zanjan, East Azerbaijan, and North Khorasan have the highest rates of such marriages.
- Around 1,000 divorces are reported among the four thousand marriages under 14 years old.
- Public opinion suggests that the most suitable age for marriage is between 15 to 19 years.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Child marriage is a contentious issue in many cultures, often linked to poverty, tradition, and gender inequality. In Iran, the legal age for marriage is 13 for girls and 15 for boys, but many advocate for reforms.
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