Know about the Dowry System in India – Act and Procedure
We are excited for our wedding bells. That beautiful bridal dress, that pretty henna in hands, the glittering jewellery, the scented garland seems like a pretty fairy tale which she wants to see as a reality and enjoy every second of her married life. The dowry system in India or ‘Dahej Pratha’ is one of the most crucial phenomenon in Indian marriages. Some of us want to know ‘Dahej’ meaning in English i.e. dowry and it is prevalent in Indian society for ages. It is a practice of exchange of material possessions, property and jewellery to be offered or asked by the groom’s family. Do we ever wonder what all she loses? Her family, her cupboard, her bed, her room and most importantly her surname. She gives away everything and is ready to come at your home only and only for you. Isn’t it your responsibility to keep her protected, safe and make her smile every second. Sometimes this happiness becomes small compared to the horror one ends up facing. Objective of Marr...