Information about Chinese Marriage.

In China, marriage is an important part of family structure and social norms. In Chinese culture, marriage generally refers to a union between families, and individual preferences are often considered secondary, especially in rural areas. Traditionally, marriage in China is a process where parents arrange the marriages of their children. Generally, a marriage is made when the families believe they are compatible with each other. For this reason, families are effective in choosing their children's spouses, and their criteria usually include factors such as family origin, social status, education level and financial situation. However, due to changing social and economic conditions in China in recent years, individual preferences seem to have gained more importance in the marriage process. Young people are freer to choose their own spouses and are less dependent on the traditional family order. Marriage in China is usually solemnized in a civil ceremony. Couples apply to the local government office to obtain a marriage license. Couples must meet certain criteria for a marriage license. These include things like having the marriageable age above the age of majority, not being related, and meeting other legal requirements. Traditionally, wedding ceremonies in China can be quite large and lavish. Couples hold a large wedding ceremony, with the approval and participation of their families, often attended by relatives, friends and neighbors. In these ceremonies, various traditional rituals are performed and wishes for a happy marriage are offered to the couple. Marriage in China generally refers to a lifelong union. The divorce rate is low and marriage is considered one of the cornerstones of family ties and society. However, in recent years there has been an increase in divorce rates, especially in big cities and among couples with more modern lifestyles. As a result, marriage in China is an important part of traditional family structure and social norms. However, the marriage process and expectations also change under the influence of individual preferences and modern lifestyle.