Iraq Proposes Bill Allowing 9-year-old Girls to be Married | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Iraq Proposes Bill Allowing 9-year-old Girls to be Married | Vantage with Palki Sharma Iraq's parliament is considering a bill that would put personal laws in the control of religious jurists and thereby allow girls as young as 9 years old to get married. The bill is part of a larger trend where hardliners try to boost their religious credentials by limiting women's rights. Palki Sharma tells you why it's time to call out this false religious bravado. --- Iraq | Child Marriage | Law | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #iraq #childmarriage #law #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. ​ Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live.    / @firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Instagram:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Facebook:   / firstpostin   Follow Firstpost on Twitter:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029...