From the given options, which country recently increased the age of consent from 13 to 16 years?

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From the given options, which country recently increased the age of consent from 13 to 16 years?

A. Japan

B. Kuwait

C. Fiji

D. Norway

Correct Answer :

A. Japan

Japan's parliament recently raised the age of consent from 13 to 16 years, marking a significant change after more than a century. This adjustment brings Japan in line with global standards, as the previous age limit was among the lowest in the world.

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