meghalaya marriage culture | Khasi tribe's matrilineal system of marriage

Описание: 🌸 Matrilineal Society of Khasi Tribe in Meghalaya | Power of Women in North East India 🇮🇳

In the lush green hills of Meghalaya, the Khasi tribe follows one of the world’s rare and fascinating traditions — a matrilineal society where lineage, property, and family name are passed down through the mother’s line. 👩‍👧

✨ In this video, we explore:
💠 Matrilineal System of Marriage:
In the Khasi community, inheritance and family lineage are traced through the mother. After marriage, the husband moves to his wife’s home, and the youngest daughter (Ka Khadduh) inherits the ancestral property. Children take their mother’s surname, symbolizing the deep respect and central role of women in family and society.

💠 Patrilineal System of Marriage (for comparison):
In contrast, most societies in India follow a patrilineal system, where inheritance and lineage go through the father’s line, and women usually move to their husband’s family after marriage.

💠 Importance of Women in Khasi Society:
Women are the pillars of the family — they manage homes, inherit property, and preserve family traditions. Though political power often lies with men, women hold moral, social, and economic strength, ensuring balance and harmony within the community.

🌿 The Khasi matrilineal system stands as a symbol of gender respect, equality, and cultural uniqueness in India’s diverse traditions.

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