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Dating In Indian Culture Biography
Dating, Marriage, & Childrearing Customs India India’s National Anthem "Jana-Gana-Mana" (Thou Art the Ruler of the Minds of All People)
Dating patterns in India are changing a little. It use to always be that your parents would arrange dates for you. You would meet and talk with them for what could be just a couple of times, and then get married. While there are still arranged marriages, nowadays parents are giving into their children’s more contemporary style of dating – but slowly. People of Indian upbringing can be set in the traditional ways of their ancestors. Indian teens will go out with a group of friends, which will include both males and females, and let the group help them get to know someone over time of whom they might take a liking to. **It is very different from the normality's of dating in the U.S. Here it is very common for a boy to pick up a girl at her house and then go on a date. But in India that would not happen. Dating Patterns & Contemporary Dating
Single men cannot take part in any kind of religious or marriage events because it is unholy or unlucky. The single life is easier for men than women. In many cases, if a women is not married, others assume that there is something wrong with her; she’s difficult to get along with, or she can’t compromise. They have continuing problems financially, little social support from family or friends, vast barriers in dating and remarriage, and experience loneliness as a result. As for how many people in India are single? I couldn’t find any statistical information. But, I would think that the number is on the rise due to the younger generations waiting to find “love marriages” instead of arranged, and more couples are cohabiting. Single Life
In March, 2010 by a three judge court (Chief Justice K.G.Balakrishnan,Deepak Verma and B.S.Chauhan) ruled cohabitation legal. “When two adult people want to live together, what is the offence. Does it amount to an offence ? Living together is not an offence, it cannot be an offence. Living together is a fundamental right under Article 21, Constitution of India”. Traditionally in India, cohabitation had been taboo (forbidden by custom). As for rural areas, cohabitation is still unpopular due to their close-to-heart conservative values, but this is not the case it big cities where cohabitation is becoming more commonplace each day. Cohabitation
Indian law guaranteed consent of sex to people 15 and up. In India, more than a quarter of young adults have premarital sex. Boy’s average 1st sexual experience age -17.4 Girl’s average 1st sexual experience age -18.2. People with strong religious beliefs or people in rural areas with strong traditional views are not too fond of pre-marital sex. Some are not even comfortable with lip lock until a long relationship occurs, much less sex. You’ll find later on in the ppt. that it is not customary for an Indian bride and groom to kiss on their wedding day! I guess really acceptance in India of pre-marital sex is just a personal thing. Some accept it and some don’t. But as far as the legal aspect, it’s legal after 15. Pre-Marital Sex
Up until 2009, when Delhi High Court ordered decriminalization of gay sex, India had laws against homosexual sexual relationships. Any homosexual relationship could be deemed a crime punishable up to 10 years in prison. Homosexual marriages are still illegal in India. So many gays in India go to nearby Nepal where gay marriage has been legalized. There are about 2.5 million gays in India. But a common response about homosexuality in many communities of India is “We don’t have any”. While many people in this country either ignore or tolerate it, they still think of same-sex relationships as unlawful. Some homosexuals have received extreme hatred and death threats by their family who fear of being shamed. Homosexual Rights & Treatment
I couldn’t find much information on this but I am guessing that the man asks the woman to marry him given it is such a traditional country. The engagement ceremony is usually at the bride’s home or a banquet hall. This is where both the families meet for the first formal party. A formal ring ceremony is done to solemnize the couples engagement. Then they are introduced to each others families. Engagement Customs
A meal is prepared for all family and guests attending. This means a lot of food because a small engagement party can consist of 400 people (some of whom may not even know the bride or groom). ** One exception. During engagement parties for south Indian families, the bride and groom do not have to be present. It is more or less a commitment between the families. Also, if any gifts from guests are given to the couple, most ask for “no boxed gifts” which means they want only money. ** Note that in Indian culture when you are giving money/checks as gifts, give an odd number ($31, $63, $101) for good luck! Engagement Customs
“While the average age at marriage in India has been rising slowly over the past twenty years, the practice of child marriage is still widespread and young girls suffer most as a result of it”. According to Unicef’s Age at Marriage in India 2001 census, Average Female age: 18.3 **In Rajasthan, India 41% of girls between 15 and 19 are married. Average Males age: 23.7 You got married when?
Most weddings in India take place during October-February because the weather is much nicer. December and January are the busiest. Many people choose to get married at a luxury hotel, the beaches of Goa, or palaces of Rajasthanor. Families either plan it their selves or get a wedding planner. Many get a wedding planner to ease the stress. Wedding Plans
Pre- Wedding Practices& Events
This is an important pre-wedding ritual. Both families of the couple meet to celebrate elaborately through song, dance, and partying all night. The Sa
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15740359@N06/3062657819/in/photostream Song by Aisha. One style of music played during the Sangeet. Give it a listen, it’s not too bad!
Henna Artwork Henna staining is still practiced by Indian brides to be. On the eve of her wedding vows, following a traditional ceremonial cleansing, the bride-to-be will have her hands and feet painted with henna, in beautiful paisley or medallion patterns.
http://www.hennapage.com/henna/how/gilding/littlefeet2.jpg It's safe and painless because it does not require the skin to be pierced. It's completely natural and non-toxic. The leaves, flowers, and twigs of the henna plant are ground into a fine powder, then mixed with hot water. This paste is traced in a design on the desired body part
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_joSH_oKOwJQ/SwT4sGi5rvI/AAAAAAAADC4/D8xsyAks0O8/s1600/a1.jpg A mixture of lemon juice and sugar is put onto the drying artwork to "set it" and really show off its lustrous texture. The dried paste is taken off, leaving behind a stain or temporary tattoo. It's fun, beautiful, and as simple or complicated as you want it to be. It can last from a couple of days to a month.
Dating In Indian Culture Biography
Dating, Marriage, & Childrearing Customs India India’s National Anthem "Jana-Gana-Mana" (Thou Art the Ruler of the Minds of All People)
Dating patterns in India are changing a little. It use to always be that your parents would arrange dates for you. You would meet and talk with them for what could be just a couple of times, and then get married. While there are still arranged marriages, nowadays parents are giving into their children’s more contemporary style of dating – but slowly. People of Indian upbringing can be set in the traditional ways of their ancestors. Indian teens will go out with a group of friends, which will include both males and females, and let the group help them get to know someone over time of whom they might take a liking to. **It is very different from the normality's of dating in the U.S. Here it is very common for a boy to pick up a girl at her house and then go on a date. But in India that would not happen. Dating Patterns & Contemporary Dating
Single men cannot take part in any kind of religious or marriage events because it is unholy or unlucky. The single life is easier for men than women. In many cases, if a women is not married, others assume that there is something wrong with her; she’s difficult to get along with, or she can’t compromise. They have continuing problems financially, little social support from family or friends, vast barriers in dating and remarriage, and experience loneliness as a result. As for how many people in India are single? I couldn’t find any statistical information. But, I would think that the number is on the rise due to the younger generations waiting to find “love marriages” instead of arranged, and more couples are cohabiting. Single Life
In March, 2010 by a three judge court (Chief Justice K.G.Balakrishnan,Deepak Verma and B.S.Chauhan) ruled cohabitation legal. “When two adult people want to live together, what is the offence. Does it amount to an offence ? Living together is not an offence, it cannot be an offence. Living together is a fundamental right under Article 21, Constitution of India”. Traditionally in India, cohabitation had been taboo (forbidden by custom). As for rural areas, cohabitation is still unpopular due to their close-to-heart conservative values, but this is not the case it big cities where cohabitation is becoming more commonplace each day. Cohabitation
Indian law guaranteed consent of sex to people 15 and up. In India, more than a quarter of young adults have premarital sex. Boy’s average 1st sexual experience age -17.4 Girl’s average 1st sexual experience age -18.2. People with strong religious beliefs or people in rural areas with strong traditional views are not too fond of pre-marital sex. Some are not even comfortable with lip lock until a long relationship occurs, much less sex. You’ll find later on in the ppt. that it is not customary for an Indian bride and groom to kiss on their wedding day! I guess really acceptance in India of pre-marital sex is just a personal thing. Some accept it and some don’t. But as far as the legal aspect, it’s legal after 15. Pre-Marital Sex
Up until 2009, when Delhi High Court ordered decriminalization of gay sex, India had laws against homosexual sexual relationships. Any homosexual relationship could be deemed a crime punishable up to 10 years in prison. Homosexual marriages are still illegal in India. So many gays in India go to nearby Nepal where gay marriage has been legalized. There are about 2.5 million gays in India. But a common response about homosexuality in many communities of India is “We don’t have any”. While many people in this country either ignore or tolerate it, they still think of same-sex relationships as unlawful. Some homosexuals have received extreme hatred and death threats by their family who fear of being shamed. Homosexual Rights & Treatment
I couldn’t find much information on this but I am guessing that the man asks the woman to marry him given it is such a traditional country. The engagement ceremony is usually at the bride’s home or a banquet hall. This is where both the families meet for the first formal party. A formal ring ceremony is done to solemnize the couples engagement. Then they are introduced to each others families. Engagement Customs
A meal is prepared for all family and guests attending. This means a lot of food because a small engagement party can consist of 400 people (some of whom may not even know the bride or groom). ** One exception. During engagement parties for south Indian families, the bride and groom do not have to be present. It is more or less a commitment between the families. Also, if any gifts from guests are given to the couple, most ask for “no boxed gifts” which means they want only money. ** Note that in Indian culture when you are giving money/checks as gifts, give an odd number ($31, $63, $101) for good luck! Engagement Customs
“While the average age at marriage in India has been rising slowly over the past twenty years, the practice of child marriage is still widespread and young girls suffer most as a result of it”. According to Unicef’s Age at Marriage in India 2001 census, Average Female age: 18.3 **In Rajasthan, India 41% of girls between 15 and 19 are married. Average Males age: 23.7 You got married when?
Most weddings in India take place during October-February because the weather is much nicer. December and January are the busiest. Many people choose to get married at a luxury hotel, the beaches of Goa, or palaces of Rajasthanor. Families either plan it their selves or get a wedding planner. Many get a wedding planner to ease the stress. Wedding Plans
Pre- Wedding Practices& Events
This is an important pre-wedding ritual. Both families of the couple meet to celebrate elaborately through song, dance, and partying all night. The Sa
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15740359@N06/3062657819/in/photostream Song by Aisha. One style of music played during the Sangeet. Give it a listen, it’s not too bad!
Henna Artwork Henna staining is still practiced by Indian brides to be. On the eve of her wedding vows, following a traditional ceremonial cleansing, the bride-to-be will have her hands and feet painted with henna, in beautiful paisley or medallion patterns.
http://www.hennapage.com/henna/how/gilding/littlefeet2.jpg It's safe and painless because it does not require the skin to be pierced. It's completely natural and non-toxic. The leaves, flowers, and twigs of the henna plant are ground into a fine powder, then mixed with hot water. This paste is traced in a design on the desired body part
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_joSH_oKOwJQ/SwT4sGi5rvI/AAAAAAAADC4/D8xsyAks0O8/s1600/a1.jpg A mixture of lemon juice and sugar is put onto the drying artwork to "set it" and really show off its lustrous texture. The dried paste is taken off, leaving behind a stain or temporary tattoo. It's fun, beautiful, and as simple or complicated as you want it to be. It can last from a couple of days to a month.
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
Dating In Indian Culture
