In India, marriage is traditionally seen as a sacrament, a sacred institution steeped in religious and cultural significance. This understanding of marriage holds it as an unbreakable bond forged not just between two individuals but also their families.
Increasing divorce rates: According to the 2011 census,6 lakh individuals were divorced, equivalent to 0.24% of the married population and 0.11% of the total population.
ReplyDeleteDelayed marriages: As per the NFHS-5, the median age of first marriage (among women 20–49 years of age) has increased by 2.0 years during the last decade and a half, from a level of 17.2 years in 2005–06 to 19.2 years in 2019–21. For men (age 25-29), this increased from 22.6 to 24.9 during the same period.
ReplyDeleteGrowing acceptance of live-in relationships: They are cohabitation agreements where unmarried couples live together without legal or religious sanction. It challenges the sanctity and exclusivity of marriage as a sacrament.
ReplyDeleteGrowing Consumerism and materialism: It has created a culture of competition, comparison, and dissatisfaction among many Indians who seek happiness and status through money. It has affected the expectations and demands of marriage partners, leading to conflicts and dissatisfaction.
ReplyDeleteCasual Approach towards Commitment: The rising popularity of dating apps like Tinder and Bumble indicates a change in the youth’s approach towards relationships, fostering a more casual attitude towards dating and commitments.
ReplyDeleteIndividualism: The shift is reflective of a broader acceptance of individual autonomy and personal preferences taking precedence in marital decisions, illustrating a transition towards a society where personal choices are valued more than age-old traditions.
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