Indian Weddings
Weddings in India are a league of their own. Big, lavish and lively! Marriages in India definitely
make for the biggest events in a family. Most weddings in the country span anywhere from a couple
of days to weeks, depending on the type of wedding planned and the number of related functions.
This is what defines Indian weddings - lengthy, joyous occasions filled with multiple ceremonies,
rituals and celebrations.
Of course the different cultures that are specific to
different states and regions of the country add a
unique flavor to the weddings here. They also differ in religious ideologies and different sects within
the broader faith. Different traditions and rituals of marriage are followed in India, and a number of
them are performed to accomplish a marriage. Moreover, a number of considerations are taken into
account before choosing a prospective match.
The history of marriage In Indian tradition is centuries old. The culture of arranged
marriage was
given the utmost importance. Traditionally, marriages also known as Vivaha in Sanskrit, often took
place between the bride and groom when they were adolescents. But today, this tradition is
outlawed.
In arranged marriages, marriage proposals are sent to the prospective bride or groom by the
families. Horoscopes and the stars are matched between the potential match by a priest. And, when
everything is in sync and the two families agree they go ahead with the preparation of the wedding
process.
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