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Giribala Singh should have gotten the credentials and reputation of the family checked before proceeding with the marriage proposal. It’s sad to see how things have turned for her and her son.
Hopefully, this sordid episode will open the eyes of the common middle class folks. Not much can be done in case of a love marriage. But in an arranged marriage, proper research and investigation of each family by the other is absolutely necessary before proceeding with the marriage.
Nowadays, private investigators are available by the dozens and for good reasons.
Giribala Singh should have gotten the credentials and reputation of the family checked before proceeding with the marriage proposal. It’s sad to see how things have turned for her and her son.
Hopefully, this sordid episode will open the eyes of the common middle class folks. Not much can be done in case of a love marriage. But in an arranged marriage, proper research and investigation of each family by the other is absolutely necessary before proceeding with the marriage.
Nowadays, private investigators are available by the dozens and for good reasons.