Marriage:It’s Changing Nature

Marriage is a universal phenomenon, recognized in every society and in all generations. With the march of the society from ancient group life to the modern complex world passing through the medieval period, its nature and implication have undergone considerable changes. In the era of technological revolution and globalization, values and practices of one society naturally peculate to others. In my essay I have incorporated a meaning of marriage, major categories of marriage, various nomenclatures it has gained in different societies and different cultures, some unique marriage practices, modern societies and relevance of marriage. I have also briefly discussed on the Hindu concept of marriage incorporating views of some prominent personalities wherever felt appropriate. I believe, this article will be helpful to students of sociology and all those who are interest on the subject.