Nepal: One In Three Girls Married Before 18, Poverty And Education Drive Child Marriages
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Feb 16, 2026, 15:00 IST | Updated: Feb 16, 2026, 15:00 IST
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Child marriages remain widespread in Nepal, with surveys showing that 42% of the poorest families marry off their children. Experts highlight poverty and lack of education as key drivers of this ongoing social challenge, raising concerns about children’s health, education, and future opportunities.
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