Dahej thodi hai, vo to gifts hai 🤗 Dowry isn’t just tradition — it’s a deadly social evil in India. Despite being illegal, dowry-related crimes rose ~14% in 2023, with 15,489 cases registered under the Dowry Prohibition Act. Tragically, over 6,100 women lost their lives due to dowry-related violence in 2023 as per NCRB. Many brides face harassment, torture, and even suicide when demands aren’t met. These numbers show that forced financial expectations in marriage aren’t romantic — they can be l