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Are arranged marriages bad?
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Arranged marriages have been controversial throughout history and vary greatly in their success depending on the context, the people involved, and the level of autonomy and freedom the individuals have in the decision-making process. Generally speaking, when the individuals in an arranged marriage are mature adults, free to make their own choices and fully engaged in the decision-making process, the arrangement has the potential to bring people together who otherwise may not have found each other on their own. However, arranged marriages can still be problematic if the individuals do not have enough say in the matter, do not have the ability to determine if they are in compatible with their potential spouse or do not have access to the resources or support to make the marriage work. Therefore, the success of an arranged marriage greatly depends on the context and level of autonomy, freedom, and commitment given to the couple to make the marriage work.