In India people follow different marriage customs and it varies greatly with the place. In north part of India people follow different customs when compared to south and east. There is no specific custom followed in all the parts.
North Indian marriage customs:
North Indian marriages are extravagant and opulent and follow their own rituals. Even though the marriage party looks simple than south it is very interesting and goes in the Vedic order. Marriage is a memorable moment with family and friends.
In Bengali wedding, the groom’s mother stays at home instead of going to marriage and welcomes the bride and her family once the marriage gets over. She mainly stays to perform welcome rituals.
East Indian marriages:
In eastern part of India people follow their own marriage style. On the day of wedding the groom wear dhoti and kurta and also he carries a small mirror with him all the time. The bride family will give welcome party to groom and his family. Rosewater is sprinkled on each and every individual. Normally the bride wears red colored banarasi saree and crown that resembles princess. Her face and forehead will be decorated with pastes of sandalwood. As a ritual the bride should sit on low wooden stool which is lifted with the help of her brothers. The bride makes a round of groom seven times.
South and West Indian marriage customs:
Most of the south and West Indian marriages are of same kind. These marriages start at the morning or evening. Prior to wedding ceremony, engagement ceremony takes place and it can be day before wedding ceremony or some months before the actual wedding. This engagement is to formally announce the betrothal. At the beginning of marriage Lord Ganesha pooja is conducted to avoid all the obstacles during marriage. Normally these marriages takes place for two to three days.
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