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It's 2023, not 2023BC: Chinese town urges women to boycott old wedding customs

14 February 2023 ❤ 0
It's 2023, not 2023BC: Chinese town urges women to boycott old wedding customs

It's 2023, not 2023BC: Chinese Town Urges Women to Boycott Old Wedding Customs

In the small Chinese town of Yuxi, a new movement is taking shape. It's 2023, not 2023BC, and the town is urging women to boycott old wedding customs that are no longer relevant in modern society. The movement has been gaining traction in recent months as more and more women are standing up for their rights and refusing to be bound by outdated traditions.

The traditional Chinese wedding ceremony has long been a source of contention for many women in China. In the past, it was customary for the bride's family to pay a large dowry to the groom's family in exchange for her hand in marriage. This practice was seen as a way of ensuring that the bride would be taken care of financially after marriage. However, this custom has become increasingly outdated as more and more women are becoming financially independent and no longer need to rely on their families for financial support.

In addition to this, many of the traditional wedding customs have been seen as oppressive towards women. For example, it was common for brides to be expected to wear heavy makeup and elaborate clothing during their wedding ceremonies. This was seen as a way of showing respect for the groom's family but also served as a reminder that women were expected to look perfect on their special day. Furthermore, brides were often expected to bow down before their husbands during the ceremony which was seen as an act of submission and obedience towards them.

The movement in Yuxi is challenging these outdated customs by encouraging women to boycott them altogether. The town has set up an online platform where people can share stories about how they have chosen not to follow these traditions at their weddings or how they have chosen alternative ways of celebrating their special day without having to adhere to these oppressive customs. The platform also provides resources such as legal advice and support groups so that people can find out more about their rights when it comes to marriage ceremonies in China.

The movement has been met with both praise and criticism from different parts of society but it is clear that it is making an impact on how people view traditional weddings in China today. It is hoped that this will lead to greater acceptance of alternative ways of celebrating weddings without having to adhere strictly to outdated customs which can be oppressive towards women.

Overall, this movement is an important step forward in terms of gender equality in China today and shows that there are still people who are willing to stand up for what they believe in even if it means going against tradition or facing criticism from others. It is hoped that this will lead other towns across China follow suit so that all women can enjoy equal rights when it comes time for them celebrate one of life's most important milestones getting married!

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