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The Untold Truth About Dowry in India: What Happens When High-Earning Grooms Are Involved —

Priyanshu Jha
5 min readOct 2, 2024

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Even though dowry gets a lot of criticism in “Indian society”, But it is still a tradition that sticks around. It’s interesting to note that while dowry is often seen as a social evil, there’s a twist in the story when it comes to grooms who have higher incomes.

Suddenly, the perspective shifts, doesn’t it? Even with every initiative out there pushing against dowry, it’s tough for brides’ families. They often find themselves dealing with the uncomfortable truth that society can look the other way when it comes to these issues….

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It is a complex issue that has a deep cultural root. It has also sparked a lot of discussions over the years…. “The people have strong opinions about it”…. It is an important to explore the various perspective’s surrounding for this “Tradition”….

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What is Dowry?

How does it impact Indian society today?
So, let’s talk about dowry! “It is this long-standing tradition where the bride’s family hands over gifts, cash, or even property to the groom’s family”….

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Priyanshu Jha
Priyanshu Jha

Written by Priyanshu Jha

"Hi there! I'm a passionate and versatile SEO Professional Journalist . I write on different Niche related to Lifestyle, Technology, Health ,Politics etc.

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