Is abstinence in an Indian arrange marriage common?

There are many reasons actually. First and foremost is the fact that a girl MUST go and live with her inlaws. One can ask (which I did before living in India for over 2 years), why would a girl do such a thing? Money. read more

The milder versions of these views are the current reasons for so many arranged marriages being common in India. The main advantage of an Arranged marriage is, the assurance of the parents of both the bride and groom about their security and progeny. read more

Commonly in urban areas and increasingly in rural parts, parents now arrange for marriage-ready sons and daughters to meet with multiple potential spouses with an accepted right of refusal. These arranged marriages are effectively the result of a wide search by both the girl's family and the boy's family. read more