EXPECTATIONS REGARDING MARRIAGE

Abstract

This case study aimed to describe the expectations regarding marriage among males and females. A semi-structured questionnaire was formed for this purpose, which served as the guideline for the interviewers. A sample of 8 participants was taken (7 females and 1 male). The age range was from 25 to 40 years. Participants were briefed about the purpose of the study and all queries were answered. Participants were instructed to reveal their inner feelings and to answer each question truly and honestly. Demographic information (Name, age, and gender: male/ female, education, marital status, year of marriage, no. of children, permanent residence, designation, and place) was also taken. The time for each interview was 45 to 60 minutes. Results show that life before marriage is full of fantasies and a lot of desires that one wishes to fulfil but after marriage practical life starts and one has to keep mouth shut and ears big. The majority of the participants live a healthy and prosperous life because of deep understanding and a strong bond of love between them.