When a father gifts his daughter to a learned man of good character priest the marriage is known as ........

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When a father gifts his daughter to a learned man of good character priest, the marriage is known as

Brahma marriage

Daiva

Arsha

Gandharva

- Brahma Marriage:

- Father gifts his daughter to a learned and noble groom.

- Considered the most supreme form of marriage in ancient Hindu traditions.

- No dowry, bride is given with honor and respect.

- Daiva Marriage:

- Father gives daughter to a priest during a sacrificial ceremony.

- Often where the groom is chosen for his sacred role.

- Arsha Marriage:

- The groom gives a cow and a bull to the bride's father.

- Symbolizes a simple transaction and a less formal arrangement.

- Gandharva Marriage:

- Based on mutual love between bride and groom.

- Does not involve family or religious rituals.

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