Sociology of Marriage
For this assignment you will be examining marriage in the western world compared to an
arranged marriage in India. Take note of the social concepts around family, love, and
relationships. For the questions, keep your answers short and specific, like “bullet points.”
If you Google “Culture of Marriage” you will get this site:
http://www.indiamarks.com/guide/The-Culture-of-Arranged-Marriages-in-India/961/
Answer the following questions (50 points total)
1) How is arranged marriage different from our western views of marriage? Cite 5 specific
examples to support your answer.
2) Do you agree with any of the pros/cons of arranged marriage? Explain why or why not.
http://www.brides.com/
http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/
Using either or both of these sites, examine the typical aspects that go into a typical western wedding
and make a comment on how each one of these reflects our views on marriage (10 pts each)
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Cakes
Flowers
Gowns
Types of receptions
Your choice of topic
THIS IS DUE AT THE END OF CLASS—LATE IS AUTOMATIC ½ CREDIT (A SCORE OF 50)