Karnataka Cracks Down on Child Marriage: Aadhaar Not Valid for Age Proof
The Karnataka government has prohibited the use of Aadhaar as age proof for marriage registrations to combat child marriage, following alarming discrepancies in age documentation.
Karnataka Cracks Down on Child Marriage: Aadhaar Not Valid for Age Proof
In a decisive move to combat child marriage, the Karnataka government has tightened its marriage registration rules, declaring that Aadhaar cards will no longer be accepted as valid proof of age. This decision stems from disturbing reports of mismatches between age details on Aadhaar cards and birth certificates, which have unfortunately facilitated instances of child marriage.
Officials have recognized that relying on Aadhaar for age verification overlooks the critical importance of accurate birth documentation. With child marriage continuing to be a pressing social issue, this policy change aims to ensure that marriages are conducted legally and ethically, safeguarding the rights of minors.
Citizens are left to wonder: Why were these discrepancies allowed to persist for so long? Who will be held accountable for the cases of child marriage that have already occurred? As reported by The Hindu, these new regulations seek to address these pressing concerns and restore faith in the marriage registration process.
Source: The Hindu
