EAST INDIAN MASALA – PART 1 – PARTIES WEDDINGS AND FUNCTIONS . DANCE TRACKS.
The East Indian Community is steadily loosing count of some cherished customs of marriage. The proposed marriages are practiced by a large section of he community though love marriages are popular. The proposal of marriage usually emanates from the girls relatives. After completion of inquiries the acceptance of the proposal is conveyed through a Match Maker. The dowry in the form of gold ornaments, clothes, and other gifts is settled subsequently, no demands are forced upon. Thereafter, Sakhar Puda is arranged and the family relatives join for the function at he boys residence. Customarily, the transaction is announced prior to exchange of sugar and cheers between both the parties as a mark of new relation. The Engagement ceremony has been waived in the present economic stress. Traditionally, The East Indians marry with their relations. However, mixed marriages are on the increase. Marriage celebrations among the community conform to the traditional mode of Ceremonies. The main celebration last for five days. February is the month devoted to general marriages due to occupational leisure. The general rejoicing starts almost from the day the first `Bann are announced in th Church. The practice of personal invitation, in Marahi `Avat, is considered respectable though printed invitations are in fashion. The family relatives are given `Maan on the eve of the marriage Marriage needs preparation and the same is attended by a boy and a girl at the Church.