Oct 8, 2024 · The Prohibition of Dowry Act, of 1961, made dowry payment and reception illegal in India in order to avoid problems such as dowry troubles.

Sep 1, 2025 · Dowry in India remains a deep-rooted social issue, linked to gender inequality, economic burden, and domestic violence, despite strict legal prohibitions.

Introduction Causes of Dowry Impacts of Dowry Measures for Eradication of Dowry Introduction A dowry refers to the transfer of wealth, which could be property or money, from the bride’s …

In India, the marital custom of dowry is widely spread. Dowry is the transfer of wealth has from the bride's side to the groom's side. It includes clothes, appliances, automobiles, property, …

Introduction In our society, the social evil of dowries is well ingrained. The horrible crimes that are faithful to the women are dowry-related offences, such as dowry death, dowry murder, dowry …

Nov 11, 2023 · Dowry has been a persistent social evil in Indian society, deeply entrenched in cultural practices despite numerous legal interventions to eradicate it. This practice involves …

Mar 7, 2021 · The recent series of alleged dowry deaths in Kerala has raised eyebrows and shed light on the dowry system in India which is still prevalent despite several attempts to ban it. …

Oct 17, 2024 · The practice of dowry, where the bride’s family provides money, goods, or property to the groom’s family as part of the marriage arrangement, has deep roots in Indian society. …

Nov 11, 2025 · Dowry, the money, goods, or estate that a woman brings to her husband or his family in marriage. Most common in cultures that are strongly patrilineal and that expect …

Jan 1, 2023 · Explore a comprehensive editorial analysis of the dowry system in India, addressing its issues, underlying reasons & more tailored for UPSC aspirants.