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While laws like the 1950 Marriage Law and subsequent amendments prohibit child marriage and forced marriages, enforcement has been inconsistent, especially in rural areas where traditional customs prevail. Many girls who escaped or sought divorce faced legal hurdles, as evidence of coercion or abuse was difficult to prove, especially after years of silence and silence imposed by familial and social pressures.
Some cases end with girls unable to gain custody or acknowledgment due to lack of documentation or community bias. Furthermore, the practice of selling or giving away girls to other families was often concealed, making it hard for victims to seek justice.