Causes of child marriage

Traditionally, a daughter’s success is measured in terms of making a good marriage and producing many children, but not her educational achievements.  Some of the most important reasons that compel parents to marry off their children early include:

• Ensuring the girl marries while she has her virginity.
• The fear that a girl will become too old for marriage, which will represent a failure on the part of her parents.

• Creating a bond with the bridegroom’s family through common grandchildren.

• Maintaining family status in the community.