5 Main Aims of a Hindu Marriage The aims of Hindu marriage are as follows: 1. Dharma, 2. Praja or Progeny, 3. Kama, 4. Rina, 5. Socio-Cultural Continuity. The religious texts of many communities in India have outlined the purpose, rights and duties involved in marriage. Among the Hindus for instance, marriage is regarded as a socio-religious duty. Ancient Hindu texts point out three main aims of marriage. These are dharma (duty), praja (progeny) and rati (sexual pleasure). Besides these, there are also other aims. of Hindu marriage. The aims of Hindu marriage may be described in the following manner. 1. Dharma: The highest aim of marriage, according to the Hindu thinkers was ‘dharma’. For a Hindu, marriage is meant for the fulfillment of his dharma or religious duties. As K.M. Kapadia says, “Marriage is desired not so much for sex or for progeny as for obtaining a partner for the fulfillment of one’s religious duties”. It is the duty of the householder to offer ‘Pancha Maha...
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