भारत में विवाह संस्था, तेज़ी से दिखावटी उपभोग और वस्तुकरण का केंद्र बनती जा रही है। सामाजिक समता और लैंगिक संबंधों पर इस व्यवसायीकरण के प्रभाव का समालोचनात्मक परीक्षण कीजिए। (उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दीजिए) The institution of marriage in India is increasingly becoming a site of conspicuous consumption and commodification. Critically examine the impact of this commercialisation on social equity and gender relations. (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
Marriage is often referred to as a sacred institution not only between 2 individuals but also 2 families.
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Main Body
# TRADITIONAL STATUS OF MARRIAGE
# PRESENT STATUS
eg High end, big fat Weddings by spending lakhs of rupees.
eg Social media posts - Holidays, Vacations etc.
# IMPACT OF THIS COMMERCIALISATION :-
(I) Social Equity is on a downward side.
eg evident in matrimonial advertisement - "Rich hindu boy"
eg food wastage in weddings.
(II) Gender Relations today are facing greater issues than ever. The main reason being increased Commodification.
eg Misuse of section-498A of IPC by wife against husband and his family (noted by Supreme court) leading to Suicides.
eg Rise in Single parent households.
Thus, it is clearly evident how Commodification and Excessive Consumption can lead to degradation of sacred institutions.
Need is to follow Buddha's MADHYAM MAARG in such present context.
Conclusion
Need is to follow Buddha's MADHYAM MAARG in such present context.
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- Clear structure with traditional vs present status
- Relevant contemporary examples
Rasneet Kaur
Salient features of Indian Society
Marriage institution
Commodification of marriage
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