Dowry, a longstanding tradition in many Indian households, has become a subject of scrutiny and discussion in recent times.?
While some families opt out of partaking in this custom, others prefer to keep such exchanges undisclosed.?
However, a recent video circulating online has sparked controversy, as it depicts a family publicly announcing the dowry given to the groom's family during a wedding ceremony in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.?
The video has shocked social media users, showcasing lavish gifts like high-end cars, substantial sums of money, and elaborate jewelry sets.?
The individual who shared the footage and their family faced significant backlash, prompting them to disable the comments section as viewers criticized them for demanding extravagant dowry items under the guise of gifts.
The video captured a representative from the family announcing a detailed list of dowry items exchanged at a wedding in Uttar Pradesh.?
The gifts encompassed various items such as furniture, including a dining table, as well as high-value assets like a Mercedes Benz E Class 200 and a Toyota Fortuner.?
Additionally, significant amounts of gold and silver, totaling 1.25 kilograms and 7 kilograms respectively, were part of the exchange, alongside substantial cash amounts of Rs 72 lakh, Rs 51 lakh, and Rs 21 lakh. Applause from guests followed the announcement of these lavish gifts.?
In response, the groom's family offered an amount exceeding Rs 1 Crore as kanyadaan, a traditional gift to the bride's side.?
The video has incited outrage among social media users, with many condemning the families involved and urging others to take legal action.?
While some view the exchange as distasteful, likening it to begging, others perceive it as a business transaction rather than a customary ceremony.
You can watch the viral video on Instagram posted by Gujjar Samaj.
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