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Hindu Marriage Ceremony

Hindu Marriage Ceremony
Pictured here is one part of the Hindu marriage ceremony. Hinduism is the major religion in India. It is considered a social obligation to be married within the religion. Most Hindu marriages are arranged in the traditional fashion between members of the same caste.
Arvind Garg
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Hinduism; India; Rites of Passage; Marriage
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