Friday 22 August 2014

Internet and the World of Matchmaking

It is safe to say that the internet has taken hold of a large part of our lives, enough for us to use its services to find almost everything, even love. Especially love! The funny thing is, despite the fact that everyone experiences and finds love differently, the new-age Indian is quite open to finding matches through the many Indian matrimonial websites that offer such services, ensuring all socio-economic, demographic and personal requirements are met.


We can see for ourselves how the Internet has revolutionized matchmaking services, having greatly increased the overall advantages. Yes, some of us still prefer to advertise by way of newspapers, but it’s apparent as we see how the Internet has provided easy access to various different kinds of social interactions.

 Social networking sites aside, Indian matrimonial websites have changed drastically over the past decades. Traditional societies might still prefer using marriage brokers and relatives to find suitable matches, while in contrast, the modern generation prefers dating. The Internet has somehow brought both these factors together, giving them a newer, post-modern twist. No longer do we have to worry about spending excess time and money whilst searching for a suitable partner. Also, with the new-age matchmaking services, we have seen a growth in the number of candidates who are opting for arranged marriages. Now, whether your significant other is in the same country or abroad, you can easily connect with them, thanks to the miracles of the Internet; social networking, VOIP, and even live video chats have helped millions of couples get to know one another in a completely hassle-free environment. What’s more, today matrimonial websites offer so many personalized services; personalized matchmaking, preferential matchmaking, elite class services, etc, that one need not even step out of the comforts of his home while searching for the right life partner - not anymore!