Marriage is a multifaceted institution. Individuals are drawn to enter into it due to reasons such as love, security, and family obligations. The marital partners might possess distinct goals and personalities. Consequently, marriage becomes a trial of resilience in the long run, with those who are willing to compromise and understand emerging as the successful ones.
Conventional perspectives on marriage can constrain women and influence the course of the marital relationship. In certain marriages, factors like greed or the pursuit of security can outweigh the importance of love and partnership. Marriages involving same-sex couples, individuals from different racial backgrounds, and varying age groups exhibit their own unique attributes.
This book provides several examples, which are not exhaustive but are intended to offer insights into the diverse spectrum of marriages taking place in contemporary India..