UN General Assembly proclaims November 27 as day to eliminate child marriage
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming November 27 as the annual International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriages. The decision was adopted by consensus on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Sponsors of the resolution
India acted as a co-sponsor of the document. Sierra Leone led the resolution. Its official name is “International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriages.”
Vote in the General Assembly
As reported by The Hindu International, the resolution was considered by the UN General Assembly, which includes 193 member states. The adopted document establishes the annual observance of November 27 at the international level.
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In the additional description of the publication, this decision is described as part of global efforts aimed at ending the practice of child, early and forced marriages and protecting the rights of children and girls.
Sierra Leone led the initiative in the General Assembly, while India supported it as a co-sponsor. The report on the adoption of the document was published on September 6, 2026.
