Arranged Marriage

    • Also known as Prearranged Marriage
    • Usually arranged by parents
    • Importance is to keep the bond of two families together
    • Marriage agreement is usually based on securing a social status or for landYouth Information: Arranged Marriage
    • Couple involvement varies with culture
    • Divorce is usually not an option
  • Arranged Marriage is a type of marriage that is negotiated by the parents of the couple, as opposed to the husband and wife deciding to marry for themselves. This type of marriage has been practiced in many civilizations throughout history. Though it is less common in the modern era, it is still practiced today in the Middle East, parts of Africa, Asia and India.Youth Information: Arranged Marriage
  • Arranged Marriages Around the World

    China, India, and Indonesia are common countries for arranged marriages. Family of the two involved in the marriage set a common fifteen minute meeting for the pair and a few months later a wedding is set. Dating is not allowed in arrange marriages. For Indian families, the man is usually three to six years older than the woman and while dowries were once common, they are considered illegal in the country.USA Today: One of USA's Exports: Love, American Style

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