Which of the following statements regarding arranged marriages is TRUE?

A. 84% of marriages in India are arranged marriages.
B. In arranged marriages, the marriageable individuals select their own partners.
C. Most often, the women hold the power in the decision making for arranged marriages.
D. Before the wedding, the couple in an arranged marriage are typically already in love.


Answer: A

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