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IT revolution & dowry

It is wrong to argue that the ongoing IT revolution has resulted in a decline in the dowry practice (Open Page, Oct. 28). The fact that young men opt only for “professionally qualified” and “well employed” brides reinforces the practice. It is just that dowry is collected in instalments over a lifetime. If the matrimonial advertisements in newspapers are anything to go by, it is clear that no one wants an unemployed girl for a bride. The IT revolution has, in fact, led to unprecedented greed for money and material.

P.G. Rajan,

Bangalore The IT revolution has failed to bring in a radical change in young minds regarding dowry. It has, in fact, led to an increase in the number of divorce cases. The young should be taught about the evils of the dowry system while in school if the practice has to end. The governments, instead of introducing sex education in schools, can include relevant social issues in the curriculum.

Gururajan Ramachandran,

Udhagamandalam

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