Dowry, which is usually property or money, paid by the bride’s family to the groom, is a crime. Many people claim it is a gift.
However, it is just societal pressure and many girls are punished if they do not bring sufficient dowry. The unjust norm of dowry giving should be stopped completely as we should not judge a woman’s worth by the wealth of her parents.
Laiba Kausar
Lahore
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