While Uttarakhand has made it mandatory for live-in couples to register themselves with the government, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has now asked girls to 'stay away from it' while addressing the convocation ceremonies of Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, Jannayak Chandrashekhar Vishwavidyalaya, and Sampurnanand Sanskrit University in Varanasi.

The governor, who is also the chancellor of state universities, expressed concern over rising instances of violence against women and urged girl students to make wise decisions in their personal lives.

"Daughters must think carefully before taking any decision and should stay away from live-in relationships and such circumstances which may lead to exploitation," she said, according to a statement issued by the Raj Bhavan.

As per Ti

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