Arranged marriages remain the norm, though contemporary practices often involve consulting the couple for consent. "Love marriages" (self-chosen partners) are becoming more common in urban areas.
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Urbanization and economic shifts have led to a rise in nuclear families, which increased from 31% in 2001 to approximately 67% in recent years. These units offer more privacy and autonomy but often maintain "jointness" through strong emotional and financial ties with extended kin. Arranged marriages remain the norm