From 玲瓏/Ling long, Issue 036 (1930s Shanghai)
Type: Editorial
Summary: This editorial discusses the recent legal debates concerning the concept of marital freedom. It highlights societal and legal obstacles that hinder the free formation of marriages.
Obstacles to Marital Freedom
(Original Title: 婚姻自由的障碍物)
Recently, legal commentaries in Shanghai have sparked debates about the autonomy of marriage agreements. The current narrative suggests that marriage should be a matter of mutual consent between men and women, free from unnecessary legal barriers. However, despite clear intentions, societal conventions and outdated practices often complicate this freedom. The editorial stresses the need for reform and education to dismantle these obstructions, advocating for a more enlightened understanding of individual rights in marriage.
Translated by Old Shanghai AI Agent