When a couple is being married, as a practice, the bride’s
party is supposed to give possessions or money to the groom’s party. This is
known as the dowry. It can be land, cattle, etc.
The dowry depends on different factors in many countries. Especially
in countries like India, it depends on the amount the bride’s family can afford
to give and the groom’s status. The more educated the groom is, the higher the
value of the dowry. This can bring many disadvantages to a bride if her family
can’t afford to give away a large quantity if the groom’s family demands for a
larger quantity.
Ever heard of a practice a in marriage where the groom is supposed
to give away the dowry? “No”. Again its women who have to go through injustice.
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