'''Forced marriage''' is a marital union where one or both parties do not give full, free, and informed consent. Unlike [[arranged marriages]], where adult individuals agree to the union, forced marriage occurs under duress, coercion, manipulation, or threats, often violating basic human rights and freedoms. This harmful practice disproportionately affects women and girls but can also involve men<ref>https://oxford-review.com/the-oxford-review-dei-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dictionary/forced-marriage-definition-and-explanation/</ref>.<br> | '''Forced marriage''' is a marital union where one or both parties do not give full, free, and informed consent. Unlike [[arranged marriages]], where adult individuals agree to the union, forced marriage occurs under duress, coercion, manipulation, or threats, often violating basic human rights and freedoms. This harmful practice disproportionately affects women and girls but can also involve men<ref>https://oxford-review.com/the-oxford-review-dei-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dictionary/forced-marriage-definition-and-explanation/</ref>.<br> |