Good and bad aspects of arranged marriages

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Good And Bad Aspects of Arranged Marriages Arranged marriages dominate the societies in a number of Asian, Middle East and African countries. In this practice, parents select partners for their children with the help of matrimonial and marriage bureau services or using their social contacts. Even though the concept surprises people living in the western countries, those practicing pre-planned marriages find it a way to create the most suitable alliance.

Many relationship experts around the world also favour the concept over love marriages. According to them, arranged marriages help to fulfill the basic aims of forming a wedding alliance. However, this trend has its own share of drawbacks as well. Check out in what ways arranged weddings are good and in what ways they are not.

Family Consent and Support:

Arranged marriages involve the consent of families from both sides. In many societies, marriage is considered as a bond between two families and not just two individuals. Participation of each and every member of the family adds value to the eternal bond. Love marriages, in which no marriage bureau or matrimonial service is involved, usually arouses objections from one or the other person. Families extend full support to the newlywed couples in the case of arranged marriages.

Cultural Compatibility:

Religious or cultural differences may negatively influence the married life of partners hailing from different backgrounds. These marriages address this issue in an effective manner, as parents usually select brides and grooms for their children from their own castes or religions. In fact, specific marriage bureau services are available for different communities in the countries like India to make the search hassle-free.

Financial Security:


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