Arranged marriage and hindu Religion...?

Question

I am conducting a research on arranged marriages and just wanted to know is arranged marriage part of the Hindu religon, or is a custom????

this question is specific for those who are hindu

others are all welcome to answer

Answer 1

From what I know, it's part of the older generation's tradition.  Parents would make arrangement for their children to marry from the same race.  Currently though, this is changing particularly for those who have grown overseas or outside of India.

Answer 2

I believe its a custom.A hindu lady once said to me"you marry the person you love .We love the person we marry" Arranged marriages are illegal now here.

Answer 3

hmm I don't think it's strictly religious but it's been happening for a very long time...like since when Hinduism started so it's like a custom that started with the religion....The majority in India has arranged marriages (it's changing now) regardless of religion.