The Indian website Live Mint had an article about cousin marriage on September 28th:
Keerthika adds that about 14% of Indian marriages are between relatives. In the South, roughly one-third of marriages are between cousins. Cousin marriages in northern states are under 5% due to clan and gotra rules, she argues.
The influencer says cities show a decline. However, rural and traditional areas still follow it. She admits there are genetic risks, especially for first cousins. But, such risks are lower for second cousins, according to her.
Keerthika says South India’s family structure is built around this system, which has shaped social life for centuries.
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