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Indian Secularism
- Indians' idea of secularism involves tolerance but discourages interfaith relationships.
- Crossing this boundary reveals discomfort among most Indians.
Unintended Consequences
- The Special Marriage Act, meant for interfaith couples, is difficult due to required notices and police involvement.
- This pushes couples to convert religions, unintentionally promoting the issue it aims to prevent.
Endogamy and Precarity
- Endogamy is stable in India, possibly due to structural transformation leading to informal markets.
- This makes everyday life precarious, forcing reliance on kin and caste networks.