Tag Archives: Hindu weddings

No Dowry For Our Daughters

Posted on June 7, 2012 by scribblehappy

There’s this TV program called ‘Your Money’ on CNBC 18 which I sometimes watch. It has viewers calling in to seek help regarding financial planning, tax problems, investment options etc. It is remarkable how similar the financial goals of most … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet rants | Tagged Dowry, girl-child, Hindu weddings, kanyadaan, rising wedding expenses, The Great Indian Culture, var-dakshina | 14 Comments

The Unkindness Of It All

Posted on April 3, 2012 by scribblehappy

We don’t just have the moral police in India. We have the culture police too. The moral and culture police work in tandem–each benefits greatly from the work of the other. For instance , the moral police ensure that women … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet rants | Tagged arranged marriage, culture police, Hindu weddings, kanyadaan, moral police, oppressive customs, oppressive wedding rituals, The Great Indian Culture | 15 Comments

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No Dowry For Our Daughters

The Unkindness Of It All

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