7. Marriage and family institutions in India are marked by continuity as well as change. Discuss in the context of legislations and socio-economic changes that have been taking place over the past few decades in India.

Approach:

♤ First, give a brief introduction to the answer on how marriage and family institution in India are important .

♤ Second, highlight the reasons for change in these institutions i.e. socio- economic reasons and the impact of the legislations ( preferably more recent ones) separately.

♤ Finally, conclude the answer by highlighting that despite changes , how the essence of marriage and familial relations are still intact.