The tradition of arranged marriage is most commonly found in eastern-based cultures, including Indian, Japanese, and Chinese cultures. However, it was at one time equally popular in western culture.

What places still have arranged marriages?

Here are six places in the world where practicing arranged marriages is traditional.India. Giphy. With roots as early as the Vedic period, (approximately 1500 –1100 BCE) arranged marriages have deep roots in Indian culture. Korea. Giphy. Japan. Giphy. Pakistan. Giphy. Bangladesh. Best Animation. China. Giphy.5 Feb 2019

How popular is arranged marriage?

Its estimated over half of the marriages worldwide are arranged and that over 20 million of those unions exist in the world today, a surprising fact given that we almost never hear about arranged marriages unless were discussing their famously low divorce rates.

What is good about arranged marriages?

Arranged marriages provide equal stature, financial stability, cultural identity and the same opinions among partners and families, so, there is very less chance of disputes. The only downside to this is that partners do not know each other nor do they love each other before the marriage; well, most of the times.