Marriage in Indian Society: From Tradition to Modernity; 2 Volumes
Sharma, Usha (Ed.)
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Book ID : 27156
ISBN-10 : 81-7099-998-7 / 8170999987
ISBN-13 : 978-81-7099-998-0 / 9788170999980
Place
of Publication :
Delhi
Year
of Publication :
2005
Edition :
Language : English
x, 326+312p., Index, 23 cm.
CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION
The institution of marriage has been regarded as the central feature of all forms of human society with which we are acquainted. It lays down the nucleus of society. It is one of the most important social institutions of not only India but the world also. Its importance is known since the pre-historic times. It evolved and developed with the socio-economic progress of mankind. Socially, it is an announcement of the new relationship. Since it is a demographic event, it has a great impact on social welfare. Needless to say, there are fascinating rituals and customs which are associated with marriage, right from the time of negotiati9n to the completion of marriage.