Dowry

I was recently apprised that it is normal that the general expectation of many men is to receive the following dowry, variable upon their good career position with a good career graph:
1. 40-60 lakh cash
2. One big car (SUV, Innova, etc.)
3. Property
4. Excellent wedding arrangements (food, lodging, gifts for relatives, etc.)
5. Jewellery for the bride.

This is 2020. I am truly stunned. And do feel quite impoverished now.



P.s. Dowry is condemnable and illegal in India.

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