Why Many Indian Families Spend More Money On Marriage than Higher Education?

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In India, marriage is a big deal. It’s a time for celebration, feasting, and showing off. And it’s also a time for spending a lot of money. In fact, Indian weddings are some of the most expensive in the world.

But wait…why do Indian families spend so much money on weddings? Why not invest that money in their children’s education?

Well, there are a few reasons.

· Tradition. In India, marriage is seen as a sacred union. It’s a way to continue the family lineage and ensure the happiness of the couple. And traditionally, weddings have been lavish affairs.

· Social pressure. In India, there is a lot of social pressure to have a big, expensive wedding. Parents don’t want to be seen as being cheap or uncaring. And they don’t want their daughter to be looked down upon by others.

· Dowry. In some parts of India, the bride’s family is expected to give a dowry to the groom’s family. The dowry can be anything from jewelry and furniture to a car or a house. And it can be very expensive.

So, even though Indian parents know that education is important, they often feel like they have to spend a lot of money on their daughter’s wedding. It’s a way to show their love and support, and it’s also a way to ensure that their daughter has a good start in her married life.

But here’s the funny thing:

· A lot of the money that Indian families spend on weddings is wasted. It’s spent on things like lavish decorations, expensive food, and unnecessary gifts.

· And the dowry system is actually harmful to women. It reinforces the idea that women are a financial burden to their families.

So, if Indian parents really want to do what’s best for their daughters, they should spend more money on their education and less money on their weddings.

But of course, that’s not going to happen anytime soon.

After all, tradition is tradition. And social pressure is a powerful thing.

Here are some interesting findings from the survey:

• 60% of Indian couples spend more than they originally planned on their wedding.
• 30% of Indian couples borrow money to pay for their wedding.
• 20% of Indian couples have to delay their wedding due to financial constraints.

So, for now, Indian parents will continue to spend a fortune on their daughters’ weddings. And their daughters will continue to be seen as a financial burden. But hey, at least they’ll have a great story to tell their grandchildren.

Here are some funny things that happen at Indian weddings:

· The bride and groom are often so busy posing for photos that they don’t even have time to eat.

· The guests are always trying to outdo each other with their gifts.

· The DJ is always playing the latest Bollywood songs.

· And of course, there’s always a lot of dancing.

So.. if you’re ever invited to an Indian wedding, be prepared for a lot of food, fun, and festivities!

Now question is what can be done to change this?

· One thing is for parents to start thinking about the long-term benefits of education. A good education will give their children the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in life. It will also help them to be more independent and self-sufficient.

· Another thing is for parents to challenge the traditional view of marriage. Marriage is not the end of the world. It’s just the beginning. And it’s not worth going into debt for.

· Finally, parents need to be aware of the peer pressure that they are facing. They need to be strong enough to resist the temptation to have a big, expensive wedding if it’s not what they really want.

It’s not going to be easy to change the way Indian parents think about marriage. But it’s something that needs to be done. Because the truth is, education is a better investment than marriage.