Unveiling the Causal Factors of Female Mortality in the Initial Seven Years of Marriage: A Cross-sectional Study
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https://doi.org/10.37506/az91ne97Keywords:
female mortality, marriage, causative factors, gender-based violence, healthcare access, socio-economic disparities, mental health, gender equality, interventions.Abstract
Introduction: This unique essay conducts a thorough investigation into the causes of female mortality within the
first seven years of marriage. Despite substantial improvements in healthcare and women’s rights, many countries
continue to experience early female death after marriage. For establishing successful interventions and policies
targeted at lowering this troubling trend, understanding the underlying causes is essential.
Aims and objectives: The purpose of this study is to analyze the underlying factors that contribute to early female
death after marriage by combining quantitative and qualitative approaches, drawing on a multidisciplinary
approach.
Methodology: All cases of “unnatural deaths of females within seven years of their marriage” brought to the
Mortuary, over the one year from January 2017 to December 2017, totaling 152 cases, served as the basis for the
current study.
Results: The study found several important characteristics that were linked to a higher risk of female mortality
during the first few years of marriage. Socioeconomic inequalities, poor access to healthcare, gender-based
violence, cultural norms and expectations, mental health issues, and restricted marital autonomy are some of these
reasons. The findings underscore the intricate interplay between societal, structural, and individual elements that
fuel this worrying trend.
Conclusion: This study reveals that the age group of 18-22 years experiences the highest casualties due to early
marriage in India. The majority of victims lack the maturity to handle marital responsibilities. Husband’s behavior
plays a key role in these deaths, with cooperation and love being scarce. Lower middle-class women are at higher risk, and low education levels are influential. Addressing early marriage, promoting education, and raising awareness are crucial steps to protect the well-being of young women and create a safer environment within marriages.
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