marriage

Changing economic conditions have differing impacts on women’s marital outcomes and family formation in polygynous vs non-polygynous areas

Policy crackdowns on dowries can reduce their prevalence, but with unintended impacts on women’s decision-making power and domestic violence

The age of marriage responds to economic conditions. Reducing child marriage requires understanding the economic role of culture and institutions

A decline in child mortality in America led to substantial changes in women’s choices and behaviour

Prospects of a desirable groom is an important driver of girls’ education in rural Rajasthan. Helping girls stay in school can prevent early marriage.

Female inheritance might create unintended consequences for young women’s freedoms due to patriarchal practices designed to retain property within families

Research in Bangladesh shows how early marriage contributes towards women expressing more traditional gender attitudes

Contrary to common belief, the practice of bride price in DRC does not negatively affect women

China’s One Child Policy has profoundly affected demographic trends, the labour market, and savings behaviour in China. Is it also increasing crime?