The current discussion about dowry fails to examine the outsize role of marriage in social life.

Twisha Sharma’s family allege she was tortured to death after her family failed to provide enough dowry

There is no safe haven for women once dowry enters the picture. Often, parents become silent participants by not acting in time to protect their daughters

The current discussion about dowry fails to examine the outsize role of marriage in social life.

A tragic dowry harassment case sparks national debate on women's rights and societal pressures in India following Twisha Sharma's death.

This article is authored by Urvashi Prasad, public health professional, former director, NITI Aayog and senior fellow, Pahle India Foundation, New Delhi.