Ilindu Marriage and Child Abuse
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What was the occupation of Phulmonee's father, Kunj Behari Maitee?

He was a 'Bazar Sircar' at Bow Bazar Market.

What was the claim of Phulmonee's family regarding cohabitation before menstruation?

They forbade cohabitation before the girl menstruates.

Why was the charge of rape not permissible in this case?

Because the Penal Code provisions ruled out the existence of rape by the husband if the wife was above the age of 10.

What was the unanimous medical opinion about Phulmonee's death?

<p>She died of violent sexual penetration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the conclusion of the English judge, Wilson, regarding Hari Maiti's guilt?

<p>He chose to accept Hari's version, thus exonerating him from the charge of culpable homicide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the age of consent for marriage in Hindu marriage at the time?

<p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the trial of the man who beat his child wife to death in 1875?

<p>He was given a light sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Phulmonee's death on the campaign to raise the age of consent?

<p>It added urgency to Malabari's campaign to raise the age of consent from 10 to 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the controversy about the right age of consent?

<p>Eugenics, mortality, child rearing, and family interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the reformist press begin to do in response to incidents of child marriage and sexual abuse?

<p>Systematically collect and publish accounts of similar incidents from all over the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

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