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Abstract

Most marriages in Bangladesh are arranged. Dowry is an ever increasing problem. Child marriage is rampant. The status of women in the family is traditionally low. Early marriage results in early childbearing. However, the total fertility rate has dropped to 2.1 recently. Women now have access to contraceptives, microcredit, and greater employment opportunities. The proportion of women who can choose their marriage partner, form nuclear families, and contribute to the household income has increased over time. Despite the weakening of the economic base of patriarchy, these changes in women's lives have not necessarily translated into improved gender relations in the family. This calls for more research.

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