Years without a dowry case as Tharus rewrite social norms in W Champaran
In the vibrant Tharu villages near Gobarhiya police station, a remarkable shift has taken place—dowry practices have been dismantled thanks to a community-driven cultural renaissance. Driven by the belief that true marriage transcends monetary exchanges, local leaders champion a return to traditional values, deeming dowry as an affront to their heritage.
In the vibrant Tharu villages near Gobarhiya police station, a remarkable shift has taken place—dowry practices have been dismantled thanks to a community-driven cultural renaissance. Driven by the belief that true marriage transcends monetary exchanges, local leaders champion a return to traditional values, deeming dowry as an affront to their heritage.
