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Are hawaiian weddings arranged or not?
Hawaii has so many cultures living there, so I'm sure that there are some arranged marriages.
Were all marriages arranged?
Hard to say if you don't specify which countries you are talking about. Many cultures in the Middle East and Asia have arranged marriages, some of those nevertheless allow the girl to refuse proposed candidates. This however is a matter of custom. In practically all the countries where this happens you will find no trace in their laws legitimizing forced or arranged marriages. Western countries and most non-Islam African cultures allow free choice of partners and often require by law that no-one be married against his/her will.
What do people see in arranged marriages?
Some people favor arranged marriages for cultural reasons. It show extreme respect to allow one's parents or grandparents to choose a mate.
Why are most of the marriages in India arranged marriages?
People primarily have arranged marriages because it is their cultural, social, or religious norm, especially in India.
Do indians have arranged marriages?
In India the percentage of arranged marriages is higher then love marriages. Could be sixty percent.
Are there arranged marriages?
The parents make political or economic alliances or they feel that their child will be better of with a particular person, Arranged mirages also protect the cultural continuity of the family.
Do Iraqi's have arranged marriages?
Some do, but not all.
What religions practice arranged marriages?
I dont think arranged marriages are done by a particular religion its done in some cultures. Western culture people prefer love marriage while in asian/indian culture generally arranged marriage is done..
How did past society view arranged marriage?
Arranged marriages were normal in ancient times; the bride and groom were rarely permitted to make their own choice in this matter. There are references to arranged marriages in the Bible. Homer's Odyssey not only reports marriages in Greek society, but describes the rules and traditions at some length.
Shouldn't people have the right to marry whoever they want?
They should, definitely. And they do have the right, in most parts of the world.
Is blood type factored into marriage in Japan?
In some arranged marriages, it may be considered.
What percent of arranged marriages end in abuse?
I wish I knew! Even in the 21st Century, some people STILL use arranged marriages to prevent their children from making "inappropriate" choices, and there's no guarantee of happiness!
