In this paper, we examine the impact of variation in local economic conditions on the hazard into child marriage (i.e. prior to age 18) among young women in Africa and India. We show that rainfall shocks, a major source of income variation in these areas, have similar effects on crop yields but...

In our study, development experiences towards economic development are investigated to provide an alternative analysis of economic development, human capital and genetic inheritance in light of consanguineous marriages. The countries analyzed in the study are discussed in accordance with...

The marriage institution, which plays an important role in regulating sexual activity in most societies, traditionally placed few restrictions on male extra-marital relationships in sub-Saharan Africa. If this traditional pattern continues to remain in place today, then it may help explain the...