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“Why is arranged marriage common in India?”
Deeply rooted cultural traditions are the primary reason arranged marriage is common in India. These traditions emphasize family involvement in partner selection to preserve social norms, religion, and lineage, historically aligning families based on social status and economic stability.
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CURRENT STATE
Approximately 90% of marriages in India are arranged, with parents as the primary decision-makers in 85% of cases. This sustains divorce rates under 4%, and 74% of young Indians prefer arranged marriages. Shared customs reinforce family cohesion and social harmony.
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