There is no doubt that marriage is expected to be successful. There are different customs and traditions that are followed in different socials and in different traditions that effect marriages. In Indian society for example, arranged marriages are known to exist since ages. The structure of the Indian society is constructed in a way that first preference is usually given to the family values. The personal or individual’s opinion follows afterwards. The society pays more respect to arranged marriages and refuses most of the time love marriages. Women are generally restricted to the boundaries of homes and are prohibited to move independently in the society. So, it becomes kind of impossible for women to search a groom that they like on their own. Therefore, it is even hard for men to search a bride on their own since women are strictly held at their homes. The young men are also expected to mutely follow the decision taken by older people in their families related to their marriage.
On the other hand Love marriages are considered more of as western influence. Though, the concept is now acceptable in the modern society and the modern generation but it is still not embraced fully and effectively in many parts of the country. Love marriage is more acceptable and comprehensible to the modern generation. It helps the two parties to know each other well, before taking the serious decision of lifelong marriage. But it is also a high degree of responsibility. On one hand, love marriages grants the opportunity to choose the partner but the responsibility of choosing the right one is also laid on the shoulders. In arranged marriages, the responsibility of choosing the right person is shared by elders of the family. Hence, in times of need family stand by and help to resolve any conflict or crisis situation. That is exactly what is missing from love marriage.
When the two unknown individuals come together to tie their lives together, they don't have any expectations from...