Do Delayed Marriages and Marital Breakdowns Threaten Kashmir's Social Fabric?
Following her divorce, a 33-year-old woman in Kashmir reflects on the toll of shattered dreams and societal pressures. Marital breakdowns are on the rise, attributed to factors like fast-paced living, population growth, and extended life expectancy. Unfair blame for infertility, demands on wives to prioritise in-laws, and issues like domestic violence contribute to divorces. Legal intervention faces obstacles due to compassion, wealth, and influence. The need for pre-marital discussions and marriage counselling is emphasised. Post-divorce, societal biases hinder remarriage, while challenges fo...