Cousin Marriages

[bensonandh]

Salam guyz...

Cousin marriages are very popular in Pakistan. Several studies from
Punjab estimate the prevalence of consanguineous marriages (defined as
marriages between blood relatives) at about 50%. There are distinct cultural
advantages in marrying a close relative. In a culture where most marriages
are arranged, and there is little chance to interact with members of the
opposite sex, for both partners, there is the comfort of familiarity. From
the boy's (literal translation of larka) parents, there is the hope that
since the daughter-in-law is a bhanji/bhatijee, there will not be much
resentment or conflict with them. For the girl's family, there is the reassurance that their child is unlikely to be mistreated - an extremely important consideration in a country where abuse of women is common. In some instances,there are economic considerations - property remains within the family.

Cousin marriages, therefore, make sense in many ways. However, from
a population genetic standpoint, they may not be a prudent choice. Sexual
reproduction was designed for a reason - to produce genetic mixing and
diversity - as opposed to asexual reproduction practiced by bacteria and
amebae who simply divide themselves to produce identical daughter clones.


Allah Hafiz

EMran

[Adil Memon]

Salaam,

I really appreciate your efforts. Keep it up!

If you can be kind enough, I would like to know the rationale behind posting this. Were you intending to present some source of knowledge/amusement or trying to practise your writing skills.

Please let me know.

And welcome to the community!

Regards,
Adil Memon

[Babban Miyan Ding Dong]

Assalam Alaikum,

Mr. Memon, this member brings a good point because in Western countries the cousin marriages are considered taboo. They are considered to be incestuous.

Thanks.

[THE 1]

Islam discourages such marriages (from Father's bloodline especially). Also, scientific research says that every 1 child in 5000 is born abnormal. I have also witnessed examples of this.

Regards,

BUSHaRRaF

[Adil Memon]

Salaam,

Mr. Babban.. I am being mistaken. I never meant to criticize Sir Bensonandh, I simply wanted to know the rationale. Because the stuff was posted in Amusement forum twice.

I agree with you. Such type of marriages are strictly prohibited in Hinduism also, not sure if discouraged in Islam. Though they are not prohibited. Science does not recommend such marriages.

But the elders in my family say that such marriages are always stable. Life partners, from the family, are comparatively long lasting. By this they mean that they are with you at the times of hardships.

(The original writer of the article is indeed correct at his remarks)

If my post was offensive... I apologize for the inconvenience caused.

Regards,
Adil Memon

[Babban Miyan Ding Dong]

Assalam Alaikum,

Brother your posts are never offensive and you do not have to apologize for anything. But I do agree that this topic should have been brought in Discussion, and not in GUP SHUP.

Thanks.