Even to this day, arranged marriages are a significant part of Indian culture. Rooted in ancient customs, parents and families play a pivotal role in matchmaking, considering factors like caste, religion, and socioeconomic status. Despite changing societal norms, many embrace arranged marriages as a cherished institution, honouring ancestral practices for generations.
However, there are several problems that have been caused by arranged marriages over generations. Issues like lack of personal choice, cultural clashes, and pressure to conform to familial expectations may arise. There’s also the issue of forced unions which lead to massively strained relationships. The list just goes on.
People online took to Reddit’s r/Ask Reddit subreddit to talk about the many problems that have been caused by the institution of arranged marriages in India. From men and women not developing communication skills to individuals not having autonomy over their lives, from women giving up the idea of working to men getting rejected left, right, and centre for the amount of money they earn, here’s what people online think are the issues that arranged marriages have caused:
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