I think this is a very interesting thread and I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who isn't allowed to date until I'm 16.
I'm LDS, and the dating at 16 is a Church-standard/suggestion, but is also seriously enforced by my parents. I'm allowed to hang out with boys if they're in my group of friends or whatev. but I can't go on dates until I'm 16. Sometimes I think it's a stupid rule, but when I actually think about it, I realize that if anything it's helping me. I'm going to save myself for my husband, because in my opinion it's one of those VERY speical things that should be between a married couple. That is just my opinion though!
and besides, I see all my friends dating. and when they break up with their boyfriend/girlfriend it's the end of the world and their life is collapsing. WHY would I pitch that on myself now when I can wait until I'm older and more mature?