Engagement requires promise of marriage, binding only with legal representative consent. Marriage requires age of 18, mental competence and legal representative's permission. Marriage prohibited between certain relatives and those with mental illness
CEDAW was adopted in 1979 as the most comprehensive international treaty on women's rights. Convention requires states to end sex-based discrimination and ensure gender equality. CEDAW Committee monitors implementation through dialogue with states. Convention has 30 articles covering various areas including family and civil life