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     Between the laws, traditions and individual beliefs of families, there is no surprise that the divorce rate is down in India. In fact some families take it so far that to break a marriage or to refuse the parents orders in terms of whom to marry.  Can result in death, dishonor upon the family and individual, and other varying consequences. On the other hand in the United States consequences such as death and torture are outlawed therefore there is less to fear for a child who goes against the wishes of their parents. America also has freedoms that are not seen in certain cultures and governments. Women in America are seen as equals and not as just household items.






     I believe that parents should not arrange marriages, but are entitled to their own opinions as to whom their child  should marry. Even though I believe that they are entitled to their opinions I also believe an ndividual has the God-given right to choose their partner for the rest their lives in some cases disregarding the parents opinions. In my personal romantic experiences I found that I for the most part had total control and at this point I am single  by choice coming out of high school and hope to find someone in the near future.