Culture | Culture of Patna and its People |
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The Main Culture- Patna's culture is vastly dominated by Ang and Maithil peoples.they are intellectual, smart, handsome with relatively short height and weak body. There are mixed races with Aryan descent and further down. They have unique culture and much influenced by Bengal than their western brethern. Status of womenThe women are respected and have a say in the affairs of the family. If one compares the status of women if other parts of the north India, then it is comes as a pleasant surprise. However, recent years have seen a degeneration in education and social awareness, particularly in rural areas. In these areas one can sometimes see women being mistreated. Family orientationPeople are religious and family oriented, and their lives are deeply rooted in tradition. The interests of the family take prelkl;ok;lkcedence over that of an individual. Families are generally large, though the government is actively encouraging family planning to curb rapid population growth. Extended families often live together home because of economic necessity, and a growing number of urban women are joining the professional workforce. MarriageMost marriages are still arranged by parents; the degree to which the children are consulted depends on the family. Marriage is sacred and is considered to endure beyond death. Weddings are times of great celebration, expense, and feasting. Ceremonies are often elaborate. In many ceremonies, the bride and groom exchange garlands and promises before they circle around a fire seven times to solemnize the marriage. Bright clothing, jewellery, and flowers are part of almost every type of ceremony. The bride’s parents may still give a dowry, such as money or land, to the groom, even though the practice is illegal. |