Polygamy and domestic violence: what feminists Uzbekistan] oppos

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In Uzbekistan polygamy is officially forbidden. However because of pressure of relatives of the girl are compelled to look for any ways to marry till 25 years. In a pursuit of the status of "wife" they are ready to become the second informal wives because of what often appear in situation deprived of civil rights. At the same time in the country there is a law on domestic violence and even protection of women against a harassment works. magazine "Forbes Woman" talked to feminists Uzbekistan about protection of the female rights and power of conservative traditions "To me there are 24 years, and to me matchmakers do not come any more. In the modern world of the woman can marry when...