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Dowry System in India

This article is based on "Breaking the chain" which was published in The Indian Express on 02/07/2021. It talks about the menace of dowry in India.

Dowry is a social evil in society that has caused unimaginable tortures and crimes towards women and polluted the Indian marital system. Dowry is payment made in cash or kind to a bride's in-laws at the time of her marriage.

Today the government has come up with many laws (The Dowry Prohibition Act 1961) and reforms, not only to eradicate the dowry system, but also to uplift the status of the girl child by bringing in many schemes.

However, owing to the social nature of this problem, the legislation has failed to produce the desired results in our society.

In order to get rid of this problem, appealing to the social and moral consciousness of the people, providing education and economic independence for women, and effective enforcement of legislation against the dowry system, can help.

Impact of Dowry System

Gender Discrimnation: Due to the dowry system, many a times it has been seen that women are seen as a liability and are often subjected to subjugation and are given second hand treatment may it be in education or other amenities.

Affecting Career of Women: The larger context for the practice of dowry is the poor presence of women in the workforce, and their consequent lack of financial independence.

The Poorer sections of society who send their daughters out to work and earn some money, to help them save up for her dowry.

The regular middle and upper class backgrounds do send their daughters to school, but don't emphasize career options.

Many Women End Up Being Unmarried: An uncountable number of girls in the country, despite being educated and professionally competent, remain endlessly unmarried because their parents cannot fulfil the demand for pre-marriage dowry.

Objectification of Women: Contemporary dowry is more like an investment by the bride's family for plugging into powerful connections and money making opportunities.

This renders women as merely articles of commerce.

Crime Against Women: In some cases, the dowry system leads to crime against women, ranging from emotional abuse and injury to even deaths.

Way Forward

Recognizing Limitations of Political Solution to Social Problem: No law can be enforced without the wholehearted cooperation of the people.

Enacting a law no doubt sets a pattern of behaviour, activates social conscience and renders some assistance towards the efforts of social reformers in getting it abolished.

However, social evil like dowry cannot eradicate itself unless the people carry the philosophy behind the law much further.

Educating Girls: Education and independence is one powerful and valuable gift that parents can give to their daughter.

This will in turn help her to be financially sound and be a contributing member of the family, giving her respect and right status in the family.

So providing the daughters with a solid education, and encouraging her to pursue a career of her choice is the best dowry any parent can ever give their daughter.

Creating Social Stigma Around Dowry: Accepting dowry should be made a social stigma, and all generations should be addressed. For this, social consciousness about the ill effects of the dowry system needs to be aroused. In this context:

The Union and State governments must take effective steps for stepping up 'anti-dowry literacy' among people through Lok Adalats, radio broadcasts, television and newspapers on a 'continuing' basis.

Youths are the only ray of hope to effectively combat the menace of the dowry system. They must be given moral value based education to broaden their minds and widen their outlook.

Multi Stakeholder Approach: Dowry is not a standalone problem, thus society should take every step to bring gender parity. In this context,

States should look at gender-disaggregated data across the life cycle - birth, early childhood, education, nutrition, livelihood, access to healthcare, etc - to address gender inequality.

There is a need to expand childcare and safe public transport, reduce discrimination in hiring, and create affirming workplace environments.

At home, men should share domestic work and care responsibilities.

Conclusion

The practice of dowry is not only illegal but also unethical. Therefore, the conscience of society needs to be fully awakened to the evils of the dowry system so that the demand for dowry itself should lead to 'loss of face' in society for those who demand it.

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This article is based on "Breaking the chain" which was published in The Indian Express on 02/07/2021. It talks about the menace of dowry in India. Dowry is a social evil in society that has caused unimaginable tortures and crimes towards women and polluted the Indian marital system.

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7 Strange Wedding Traditions Practised in India

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7 Strange Wedding Traditions Practised in India

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1. Shoe polish & Toothpaste Replace Haldi For This Community’s Pre-wedding function
2.  The Bride and Groom’s mothers are uninvited for the wedding
3.  Hurl Tomatoes with Love
4. Groom In the well
5. Tearing Clothes
6. A couple of fish
7. The Real Bride Tribe

8. Milk and honey drink for the groom
8. Milk and honey drink for the groom

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10 Interesting Facts about Indian Weddings

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10 Interesting Facts about Indian Weddings

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This infographic ,which is created by us, help you to find out new Indian weddings traditions you're not familiar with

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We came up with the word OMDIA which means Oman and India to show the similarities and differences between the two countries weddings.

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•Who pays the dowry?

•Saptapadi: seven steps in Hindu wedding and Nikah in Omani wedding.

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•Unlike Oman, Indian weddings have the largest number of guests, with an average of 524 participants.

• Both countries weddings customs.

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This Traditional Indian Wedding Is Insanely Beautiful | World Wide Wed | Refinery29

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Pre-Wedding Traditions:
The Mangni
Mehendi
The Wedding Day:
Nikah
Walimah
Post-Wedding Traditions:
Rukhsat
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Islamic weddings are known for numerous rituals and unique traditions. Let's find out what makes a Muslim wedding in different regions so special.

With over millions of Muslims across the country all from different cities and backgrounds, their wedding traditions and customs are obviously unique and regionally specific. In fact, from pre-wedding to post-wedding there are countless Muslim wedding rituals that are very colourful and scintillating. But irrespective of the state and culture, traditions mentioned below are common to any Islamic wedding.

Pre-Wedding Traditions

1. The Mangni

It is an engagement ceremony in which the bride and the groom exchange the rings. Following which the family of the groom presents gifts to the bride.

2. Manjha Ceremony

Similar to the haldi ceremony in Hindu weddings, during this ritual the bride wears yellow attire and is smeared with turmeric paste sent by her would be in-laws. The ceremony is followed by a lot of singing, dancing, and celebrations. Traditionally after Manjha, the bride and the groom are not supposed to step out of their respective houses until the big day.

3. Mehendi

This ceremony is done a day or two before the wedding day. The hands and feet of the bride are adorned with henna and the initials of the groom are hidden in the design. Beautiful mehndi designs are weaved on the bride's hands.

4. Sanchaq

This is the last pre-wedding ritual of a Muslim wedding. Traditionally the family of the groom sends jewellery and clothes for the bride to be worn on the wedding day. The gifts sent to the bride are known as Sanchaq.

The Wedding Day

5. Nikah

This is the main wedding ceremony among Muslims throughout the country. The couple sits in the presence of a priest and some verses from the holy Quran are read. Both the bride and the groom are required to agree to the marriage and sign the binding contract.

6. Arsi Musaf

This is one of the most unique traditions of a Muslim wedding. Following the Nikaah ceremony, the bride and the groom sit next to each other with their heads covered with a veil. They are then allowed to look at each other through a mirror placed in between them.

Post-Wedding Ritual

7. Rukhsat

After the marriage ceremony is over the bride bids farewell to her family. As a part of her welcome, she is gifted the Holy Quran by her mother-in-law.

8. Walimah

It is a reception party that is hosted by the family of the groom. Friends and family gather to wish the newlyweds a prosperous life. The couple is showered with wedding gifts and blessings.

Regional Tones and Variations

Apart from the famed Hyderabadi biryani which of course is the centre of attraction when it comes to Muslim weddings in Hyderabad, the difference is of the bridal dress. A Muslim bride in Hyderabad traditionally wears a khara dupatta set. It comprises of a kurta or a tunic, a churidar, and a dupatta.

Popularly known as a Malabar wedding, a Muslim wedding in Kerala is not a very extravagant affair. Their ceremonies are comparatively simpler and not very loud. Their maximum expenditure is on gold jewellery for the bride. One of the most unique traditions followed in some smaller regions of Malabar is that the groom stays at the bride's house post marriage.

The main difference in Lucknowi weddings is again of the bridal wear. Traditionally, Muslim brides in Lucknow wear a gharara on the wedding day. It consists of a kurti, a pair of wide-legged pants pleated from the knees, and a dupatta.

Kadal-e-taar is one of the most unique rituals of a typical Kashmiri wedding. It is a tradition for the friends of the groom to stop his vehicle during the return journey of baraat. They do not let him pass with his bride until he pays them some amount. The traditional Kashmiri bridal dress is also very unique to the region. Known as pheran, it is knee-length embroidered kurta embroidered and a close-fitting salwar.

Depending on the lifestyle of the family, the outfit of a Bengali Muslim bride may differ. The brides from a more conservative family wear a jileba or a Hijabi outfit whereas modern brides usually opt for a saree or a lehenga. One old-time tradition which is usually followed by most Muslim Bengalis is that after the Nikaah ceremony the bride and the groom drink from the same glass in order to increase their love for each other.

Overall, Muslim weddings are colourful, alluring, and elegant. Although depending upon the local traditions, different themes are followed in different parts of the country, the basic ritual and customs remain the same.
What do you think about these weddings? Have you ever got a chance to attend one? Share your experience through comments.

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8 Unique Indian Muslim Wedding Traditions That Will Steal Your Heart with Their Galore

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Almahr in the past did not exceed RO 100 but nowadays it starts generally from RO 3,000 to RO 10,000 and it might even go more, especially among urban tribes. Some considerate bride families reduce. Mahr amount taking into consideration the financial status of the groom and his family.

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Hindu weddings traditions and the meaning behind them

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Hindu weddings traditions and the meaning behind them

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In Oman, weddings are normally separated by gender. There is the Mulkah, which is a ceremony at the mosque, which is attended by the groom and his male friends and relatives. After this ceremony, the couple is technically married. Usually it means that it is now culturally acceptable for the bride and groom to go out in public, talk on the phone, etc.