Arranged marriages Total control in the marriage decisions of children by parents is rare in China today, but parental involvement in decision making now takes on a different form. Additionally, women are generally expected to marry men who are economically better off than themselves in a practice called hypergamy.

When did arranged marriages end in China?

In 1950, China passed the New Marriage Law, which outlawed arranged marriages and concubines, and enabled women to divorce their husbands.

Who still do arranged marriages?

Here are six places in the world where practicing arranged marriages is traditional.India. Giphy. With roots as early as the Vedic period, (approximately 1500 –1100 BCE) arranged marriages have deep roots in Indian culture. Korea. Giphy. Japan. Giphy. Pakistan. Giphy. Bangladesh. Best Animation. China. Giphy.Feb 5, 2019