The caste system is nowhere near dead in India (or for Indians abroad - see below) despite no official recognition of castes. Society is still very much divided along caste lines and they play an integral part of everything from hiring to marriage. Below is a photo I took of the section of the major newspaper here which has a section for people to advertise for marriage. According to my house father, it's a very common practice. As you can see, the section is divided according to upper castes (low castes wouldn't advertise b/c 1) many are illiterate; 2) no money to advertise 3) tradition 4)no access to newspapers/media.
I suppose this it's similar to Jdate, etc., but the Indians just cut right to the chase.
You can't see the first advert under Brahmin, but it says "Brahmin match for a girl. B.Sc, M.Sc and Ph.D from UK in cell and molecular sciences, working in Manchester University, seeks suitable boy doctor, Ph.d, scientists, engineer in U.K. , U.S. or interested to abroad. Father is Commandant in Indian Army."
2. Below are some photos of a muslim market just outside of Old Dehi. While wondering through, we heard drums beating and stumbled on a wrestling match. Not quite sure what to say or even how to explain.....
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