Current Volume 9
Early Marriage and Its Impact on Women Empowerment: A Study with Special Reference to Murshidabad District, West Bengal
Abstract
Early marriage remains a critical socio-cultural issue in India, particularly in districts like Murshidabad, West Bengal, where its prevalence is significantly higher than the national average. This paper examines the impact of early marriage on women’s empowerment with a specific focus on Murshidabad. Using secondary data from NFHS, UNFPA, and recent studies, the research highlights how early marriage adversely affects education, health, economic independence, and decision-making power among women. The findings reveal that early marriage perpetuates gender inequality and restricts women's agency. The paper concludes with policy recommendations aimed at reducing early marriage and promoting women’s empowerment.
Keywords
Early Marriage, Women Empowerment, Murshidabad, Gender Inequality, Child Marriage, Socio-Economic Development
Citations
IRE Journals:
Dr Mousumi Haldar, Dr Walid Masud "Early Marriage and Its Impact on Women Empowerment: A Study with Special Reference to Murshidabad District, West Bengal" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 10 2026 Page 3454-3456 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716939
IEEE:
Dr Mousumi Haldar, Dr Walid Masud
"Early Marriage and Its Impact on Women Empowerment: A Study with Special Reference to Murshidabad District, West Bengal" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(10) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716939
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