A viral post on X claims that abolishing bride price would end marital rape, comparing wives to commodities “sold off” to husbands. While bride price can contribute to harmful marital perceptions in some cultures, this argument ignores the fact that marital rape occurs worldwide, even where no bride price exists.
The real issue is not bride price but entitlement and lack of respect for consent. Addressing marital rape requires legal reforms, education, and cultural shifts—not simply abolishing traditions. Blaming bride price oversimplifies a serious issue and diverts attention from real solutions.
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