Arranged marriage of girl, 12, ‘violation of rights’

HUMAN rights activists and Romanians yesterday condemned the arranged marriage of a 12-year-old Gypsy girl, saying it was illegal and a violation of human rights.

Arranged marriage of girl, 12, ‘violation of rights’
Wed, 01 Oct, 2003 - 01:00

Ana Maria Cioaba was married on Saturday to Birita Mihai, 15.

The reluctant bride stormed out of the Romanian church during the service and said she did not consider herself to be married.

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