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Arranged Marriage

By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com

Definition: An arranged marriage is a marriage in which neither the bride or the groom has any official say over the selection of their future spouses. However, in an arranged marriage, both parties give full consent to the marriage.

Arranged marriages have been a successful traditional aspect of family life in many cultures for many years.

Also Known As: Pragmatic marriage
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