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Balochistan bans child marriages with strict penalties

November 18, 2025 by Zuha shahzad

QUETTA: The Balochistan Assembly on Monday passed a landmark law banning child marriage across the province, introducing strict penalties for those involved in underage unions. The legislation defines a child as anyone under the age of 18 and aims to curb a practice long driven by poverty and cultural norms. Under the new law, individuals […]

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