Dowry
The custom of giving and accepting dowry is mostly found in the rural parts of Bangladesh. Here, some families demand dowry based on the money spent for rearing up a bridegroom!
Frequent quarrels over outstanding dowry often lead to breakdown of husband-wife relationships. Frequent physical oppression on dowry defaulters often leads to premature death of young women.
Educate people on the ill effects of dowry.
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