Live in relationships have been there for many years, only the focus has shifted to them recently.

Live in relationships are more common than you might think. With the urban India becoming more open minded and the obvious western influence and students moving out of their homes at early age, live in relationships have become even more prevalent.

But is it really a good idea? Well, there are many positives for sure. There are no complications compared to the kinds you have in a marriage. You can be in the relationship for as long as you want, and this way you keep it fresh and happy. The bondage of being their with each other for the rest of your life might get heavy on your heart and the slightest provocation or disturbance can bring in that fear. This fear is not there in live in relationships.

The downside is that they are still not socially acceptable in most parts of India. You will be frowned upon in many social situations and that might take the toll, eventually. India is still not one of the most friendly places for singles and unmarried people, especially for women. And if you are living with a person of opposite sex outside of marriage, things are even more difficult.

It is a very personal and subjective matter which might or might not work for everyone. It can be a cause of concern for women more so who might suffer harassment or insecurity being in a relationship that guarantees very little in terms of security.

It might have all the negatives and positives, but it also, like any other relationship, depends on the people involved in the relationship.

BDST: 1539 HRS, JUNE-19, 2014