7 Censored Traditions That Are Kept Secret from the World

Unthinkable Traditions To Make Your Toes Curl.

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In today’s global village, there are hundreds of diverse cultures. There exists a variety of languages, cuisines, and much more.

Among these cultural artifacts, there are also traditional practices that are unique to all cultures. Let’s look at 7 such traditions that will make your toes curl!

These traditions would truly make you grateful for not being a part of that culture. Some of these are so horrific that legislative changes have been made to outlaw them. Just like the 7 wonders of the world, these traditions are sure to make your jaw drop and understand why they are so criticized.

1- Manipulation and Marriage

Child marriage is a concept pervasive in many societies and cultures. There are varied reasons behind initiating such marriages. Often, it’s to establish economic connections. For instance, parents give farmland or livestock as dowry in rural areas.

This picture shows ancient Algerian women waiting to dance, to earn their dowries. They would show up on the shrines, and public places. Once collected they would go back to their tribes to get married. This practice of giving and taking dowry is to date practised in modern Algeria. Source: Wiki

Sometimes, parents even arrange marriages for their children during childhood. Sometimes, married…