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Cross cousin marriages and parallel cousin marriages are terms used in anthropology and sociology to describe marriage practices based on specific types of cousin relationships. Here's the distinction: 1. Cross Cousin Marriages Definition: A marriage between a person and their cross cousin. Cross coRead more
Cross cousin marriages and parallel cousin marriages are terms used in anthropology and sociology to describe marriage practices based on specific types of cousin relationships. Here’s the distinction:
1. Cross Cousin Marriages
- Definition: A marriage between a person and their cross cousin. Cross cousins are the children of one’s parent’s opposite-sex sibling.
- For example:
- A mother’s brother’s children (maternal uncle’s children).
- A father’s sister’s children (paternal aunt’s children).
- For example:
- Cultural Context: Cross cousin marriages are common in some cultures because they are seen as promoting alliances between different family groups.
- Examples of Societies:
- Found in many tribal societies, such as those in South India, parts of Africa, and among Australian Aboriginal groups.
2. Parallel Cousin Marriages
- Definition: A marriage between a person and their parallel cousin. Parallel cousins are the children of one’s parent’s same-sex sibling.
- For example:
- A mother’s sister’s children (maternal aunt’s children).
- A father’s brother’s children (paternal uncle’s children).
- For example:
- Cultural Context: Parallel cousin marriages are less common and are often discouraged in many societies because these cousins are considered part of the same lineage or close kinship group.
- Examples of Societies:
- Found in some Islamic cultures and certain communities in the Middle East.
Key Differences
| Feature | Cross Cousin Marriage | Parallel Cousin Marriage |
|---|---|---|
| Relation | Opposite-sex sibling’s children | Same-sex sibling’s children |
| Kinship Perspective | Seen as creating alliances between groups | Often remains within the same lineage or group |
| Prevalence | More widely accepted in various societies | Less common and culturally restricted |
Anthropological Significance
These marriage patterns reflect how societies view kinship, inheritance, and alliances. Cross cousin marriages often serve to strengthen ties between different family branches, while parallel cousin marriages are more about maintaining family unity or lineage continuity.
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The onset of the 13th century heralded the fragmentation of the once-mighty Chola and Chalukya empires, paving the way for the emergence of four distinct kingdoms within the region. To the south, the Pandyas and Hoysalas rose to prominence, while the northern territories saw the ascendance of the KaRead more
The onset of the 13th century heralded the fragmentation of the once-mighty Chola and Chalukya empires, paving the way for the emergence of four distinct kingdoms within the region. To the south, the Pandyas and Hoysalas rose to prominence, while the northern territories saw the ascendance of the Kakatiyas and Yadavas as influential powers. Simultaneously, the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty was effectively eradicated from the political arena by the invading Ghaznavids in the early 11th century.
Following the disintegration of the Gurjara-Pratihara empire, no single state emerged to fill the void. Instead, a tapestry of smaller, independent powers took root, including the Gahadavalas in Kannauj, the Paramaras in Malwa, the Chalukyas in Gujarat, the Chauhans in Ajmer, the Tomars in Delhi, and the Chandellas in Bundelkhand, each vying for control and influence.
The timelines of these dynasties are noteworthy: the Hoysala dynasty thrived from the 10th to the 14th centuries, the Gahadavala rulers reigned during the 11th to 12th centuries, the Kakatiya rulers held power from the 12th to the 14th centuries, and the Yadava rulers dominated from the 12th to the 14th centuries.
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