Our nation is steeped in traditions, and for as long as we can remember, we have faithfully observed them simply because that is the way things have always been done.
Each adheres rigidly to Sanskar and Parampara that have been passed down through the generations. And the fundamental reason for a person’s way of thinking.
Consider the Indian marriage system. It has its own identity because people have followed unique rituals, mantras, and divine knowledge for centuries. Which can only be comprehended through its origins, because nothing begins as a problem.
Tradition, convention, custom- these words have a tight grip over human society. Most of us prefer the comfort of history over the uncertainty of the future. For this reason, we often resist or even fear the idea of change.
Previously in ancient time, the girl child was not educated. She had no legal right to inherit. Her sole mission indicated was to marry into another family and have sons. (You read that correctly, sons. In our fascinating history, we’ve all read about female foeticide and infanticide. It was not planned for a daughter to be born. It was simply an accident that had to be handled). Things have clearly evolved in the twenty-first century, with the only difference being that the girl child is not killed after birth, but is killed psychologically in the name of respect and culture, most importantly Parampara
Dating In 21st Century
Today, women have the right to education, the chance to have a career, to travel all over the world, head world organisations, and go on shuttle missions to outer space. Yes, there are still many places where women are still kept in the dark, and behind closed shutters. But here, I am only talking about women like you and me, who have supposedly left the darkness behind and stepped into the light.
As they say, we are all puppets of our minds, but what if that mind has been controlled by someone you love your entire life, whether it is your parents, in-laws, or partner? If you continue to live in fear of society and hide behind the curtain to please people or be respectful, you will be a victim for the rest of your life.
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