Indian Divorce rates lowest – does it mean couples are happier – Inner Dawn Counsellor Kalas views featured on Deccan Herald

The United lawyers – Sydney report show cases the percentage of divorces happening by country. And Indian numbers show that we are last in divorce rates. Is this Good or bad? Does the reported low rate of Divorce in India an indicator that people are more happy in their marriages?

Inner dawn counsellor Kala Balasubramanian’s views featured on Deccan Herald on 15-Feb-19.

Neither or all marriages registered in India and nor all Divorces go through courts. Having said that, even when it comes to marriages which are officially registered, there are multiple reasons because of which a couple who are unhappy with each other end up staying together and living together. Some of the reasons for this are societal pressure, social stigma, expectations and pressure from family, lack of support, children and so on. Other reasons could be fear of legal hassles and uncertainty of the future, financial issues etc

One significant option that couples whose relationship is in trouble can seek is relationship counselling. In the last decade the number of couples who are seeking support and help has increased, but there is still a long way to go when people can openly reach out for support to deal with their relationship or marital issues. In my professional practice I have seen many couples who seek relationship counselling after they have already filed for a divorce in courts. Though it is possible to make progress even by that time, it is very difficult because too much of damage has already happened.

If a low rate of divorce needs to translate to happier marriages and relationships then in reality the relationship quality has to improve and that would mean that couples need to learn to
1. Communicate better, build a strong loving bond with each other
2. Deal with their conflicts in a healthy manner
3. Resolve their issues and differences at the earliest and in way that both are satisfied
4. Not keep grudges among themselves
5. Keep the love and affection alive between the partners

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