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Round Table China
Can legal measures tame the soaring costs of betrothal gifts?
Mar 15, 2024
Exploring the impact of court rules on betrothal gifts in China, challenges rural bachelors face in finding a spouse, the evolving nature of these gifts, societal gender dynamics, economic security in marriages, differences between Western and Chinese traditions, and the importance of legal reforms to combat gender discrimination and domestic violence in marriage.
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- Court regulations aim to curb financial strains of betrothal gifts in China.
- Betroval gifts signify societal disparities, challenging gender equality and autonomy in marriages.
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Challenges of Betroval Gifts in China
Betroval gifts, also known as bride price, in Chinese marriages have escalated in cost, particularly in rural areas facing a bachelor boom. With a significant gender imbalance in China, the competition for wives intensifies, leading to disputes and financial strains from these high-value gifts. Recent judicial regulations aim to clarify the nature of such gifts, distinguishing them from other relationship expenses, and addressing the issue of returning gifts after divorce.
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