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
As per UN definition, traditionally marriage is a social institution and a "sacrament" - i.e divine union of two souls.
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Main Body
As per UN definition, traditionally marriage is a social institution and a "sacrament" - i.e divine union of two souls.
Due to:
This institution has become site of:
Impact on Social equity:
Economic event manages etc.
Positive effects:
Negative:
Impact on Gender Relations:
Positive:
Negative:
Marriage must evolve, but not be allowed to be reduced to a mere transaction, in order to sustain social fabric of India
Conclusion
Marriage must evolve, but not be allowed to be reduced to a mere transaction, in order to sustain social fabric of India
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- Strong opening with UN definition
- Use of contemporary example (Ananth Ambani wedding)
- Clear identification of causes (Modernalization, Urbanization, Individualism)
- Balanced presentation of positive and negative impacts
- Clear categorization of impacts on social equity vs gender relations
- Specific examples of societal outcomes
- Strong conclusion emphasizing social fabric
- Use of case study (Chennai suicide case)
- Clear negative impacts enumerated
Saurabh Sharma
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Women
Marriage as social institution and commodification
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Total words
12
Paragraphs
3
Bullets
analytical and critical
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