2 years rigorous imprisonment for child marriage: District Collector Nagarajan warns
Coimbatore: District Collector Nagarajan has warned that those found guilty of child marriage in the Coimbatore district could face up to two years in prison if found guilty.
He said in a statement that those who promote and promote child marriage could face up to two years in prison. The legal age for marriage in the country is 18 for women and 21 for men. Marriage to a person under this age is considered illegal. The government has warned that those who perform such marriages will be punished according to the law. Those who conduct and encourage child marriage face up to two years in prison.
District Collector Nagarajan said, a fine of one lakh rupees will also be imposed. There is a toll free number 1098 for the convenience of the public to inform the government about the prevention of child marriages. The District Social Welfare Officer can be contacted on 90252 93938 and the Women's Helpline on 181
He said in a statement that those who promote and promote child marriage could face up to two years in prison. The legal age for marriage in the country is 18 for women and 21 for men. Marriage to a person under this age is considered illegal. The government has warned that those who perform such marriages will be punished according to the law. Those who conduct and encourage child marriage face up to two years in prison.
District Collector Nagarajan said, a fine of one lakh rupees will also be imposed. There is a toll free number 1098 for the convenience of the public to inform the government about the prevention of child marriages. The District Social Welfare Officer can be contacted on 90252 93938 and the Women's Helpline on 181