Marriage of attraction is a gamble anyway, so you might as well marry into a family that is similar to your own, and make that much less of an adjustment. But the 'love marriage', as it is called, is equally common in India now. But it would be interesting to do a comparison of what would work better. Marriage is hard work, and it is a gamble.

Summary

This quote suggests that marriage, regardless of whether it is based on attraction or love, is inherently risky and the success of the union is a matter of chance. It proposes that marrying into a family with similar values and backgrounds may minimize the adjustment required, offering a potentially smoother transition. However, it also recognizes that love marriages, where the partners choose each other based on affection, are now prevalent in India and questions which approach is more effective. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes that marriage requires effort and is inherently uncertain.

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