End of a Dark 'Tradition': Kazakhstan Outlaws Forced Marriages After Outcry Over Bride Kidnappings

[IwantToRetire]

Kazakhstan has taken a historic step to end one of its most disturbing practices, banning forced marriages and bride kidnappings under new legislation that carries prison terms of up to 10 years.

https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/end-dark-tradition-kazakhstan-outlaws-forced-marriages-after-outcry-over-bride-kidnappings-1744325

In fact this law took effect a couple of months ago, and I dont remember any news about it. So posted as a good news story.

But also because I recently listened to this programme.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct6rcm

Rights advocates are calling the legislation a milestone in Central Asia's fight for gender equality. In June 2024, Kazakhstan became the first CIS nation to adopt a comprehensive law on women's and children's safety, tightening protections against domestic violence.

The new reforms build on that progress, making it clear that harmful practices disguised as 'tradition' no longer belong in modern society.

This is really good news. I wonder if any left wing academics are going to weigh in on the side of tradition.

Thanks a lot, it's nice to see some positive news especially for women in a country with this kind of antiquated practice - which is an understatement

Excellent to have a bit of positive news from that region for a change.

Great news.