Dowry Rejections Plague Indian Woman's Search for Love
Gunjan Tiwari, a 27-year-old teacher in Bhopal, India, has started a petition calling for police intervention to end the practice of dowry, which has been illegal in India since 1961 but continues to thrive. Gunjan has been rejected by dozens of men over dowry, causing her to lose confidence. Despite the risks and consequences associated with dowry, 90% of Indian marriages still involve it. Gunjan's petition seeks to raise awareness and change mindsets by conducting raids at marriage venues and arresting those involved in giving or receiving dowry. While the police chief has expressed support, activists argue that better implementation of the law and a cultural shift are necessary to combat this complex issue.
