An Analytical Study of People Perspective of Modern Marriage Ceremonies

Abstract

Marriage is an institution considered sacred in several cultures and provide base and structure to society for its sociological identity. This paper is a solemn attempt to provide a comprehensive perspective regarding the modern marriage practices and ceremonies. Moreover, it explores the contemporary marriage practices and norms, which are practiced by the contemporary society. It also discusses the contemporary perceptions of traditional marriage. Customs of marriage keep on changing with changing ages and phases of society. Modern times have brought in several changes in marriages, which are performed in different parts of India in different regions. With changing times social, cultural, technological and economic factors have brought in changes in marriage practices and ceremonies performed therein. Present study discusses the factors, which have driven the traditional and modern marriage ceremonies and have led to transcendental shift in attitude towards marriage practices. Through a survey-based methodology the present study explores and examines the general attitude of individuals towards different aspects of practices that are followed in marriages. It discuses factors such as attire, rituals, decoration, and marriage planning strategies. The findings underscore insights regarding modern marriage practices, inherent views of society, families and cotemporary trends that are followed in marriages of modern times. The paper also highlights the growing influence of technology and social media in shaping the form and trends of marriages in India.