Publications by authors named "Vijayluxmi Bose"
Background: India is home to the largest child population in the world. India also has faced a devastating burden of COVID-19 infections. During the first wave of COVID-19, the Indian government's lockdown measures brought loss of livelihoods for millions.
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- Child marriage is a serious violation of children's rights, impacting their health, education, and financial futures, particularly in rural India.
- A case study examined the social factors that contribute to child marriage by analyzing two individual experiences: one waiting to marry and another facing health issues after an early marriage.
- Key contributors to child marriage include patriarchy, social customs, and coercion, highlighting the need for medical professionals to take action in preventing this public health crisis.