Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Should polygamy in relationships be decriminalized?
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No, polygamy in relationships shouldn’t be decriminalised

Plural marriages should not be legalised as they can have severe consequences for the persons involved and also the state. For example, wives are often mistreated in plural unions. What’s more, the state would have to introduce legislation to ensure all aspects of marriage are fair and that plural unions are afforded similar rights to two-person marriages.

Supporting arguments · 1

  1. Polygamy harms women
    It is often the case that women suffer emotional and physical abuse in polygynous relationships. This abuse manifests in multiple ways, primarily in competing with co-wives which takes an emotional toll on women in the relationship and leads to emotional health issues such as depression.