Same Sex Marriages – So what?

The Wikipedia defines Marriage as follows:

“Marriage (also called matrimony or wedlock) is a social union or legal contract between people called spouses that establishes rights and obligations between the spouses, between the spouses and their children, and between the spouses and their in-laws.^[1] The definition of marriage varies according to different cultures, but it is principally an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged.”

Webster defines it as follows:

“a (1) : the state of being united to a person of the opposite sex as husband or wife in a consensual and contractual relationship recognized by law (2) : the state of being united to a person of the same sex in a relationship like that of a traditional marriage marriage>

b : the mutual relation of married persons : wedlock

c : the institution whereby individuals are joined in a marriage

2

: an act of marrying or the rite by which the married status is effected; especially : the wedding ceremony and attendant festivities or formalities

3

: an intimate or close union 

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Looking closely at both definitions, the following attributes emerge:

1.    Rights and obligations

2.    Mutual consent

3.    United or union

4.    Other entities like children, in-laws

I think, it is human made boundaries like the “spouses” have to be of opposite sex. The reality is that in a same sex marriage, there is only thing that the couples cannot do i.e. to bear children. However, is that the sole purpose of a marriage? Yes and no!

Yes, because, the human race has to continue. If no one on the earth ever bore a baby, the human race would become extinct.

No, because, it is not mandatory for married couple to have children.

Then why this fuss?

Top 3 Benefits of same sex marriages:

1.    Population Explosion: There is another solid reason to promote same sex marriages. The world population is exploding, whereas resources are not. Mortality rates are going up and will continue to do, as we gain more control on medical sciences. Same sex marriages will help control population explosion

2.    Care for children: The only way, same sex spouses can raise children is by adopting them. This is actually very good for the hundreds of orphans and unwanted children born all over the world. It is best to hand over such children to parents who can care for them and raise them the right way.

3.    World economy: Same sex marriages will provide a boost to the world economy. There will be increased emphasis on new scientific research, social sciences, medical sciences, education, new government and business policies. In short, there will be significant opportunities, if same –sex marriages are legalized

Same-sex Marriages FAQ

1.    Is it unnatural: Absolutely not. In several parts of the world, where same-sex marriages are being discussed, several people are coming out in support. The fact that so many people feel positive about same sex means it is certainly not unnatural

2.    Is it a new fad? No, because, it has been in existence for several years. It is becoming a new discussion point now.  

3.    Does religion support it? Every religion is moulded by an interpretation by its followers. But, there is nothing concrete to prove no religion supports it. Religions are silent about marriages.

4.    Is it criminal? Criminality is something that has to be in accordance with the law. If laws are enacted to support same-sex marriages, they would not be criminal

5.    Is it moral or ethical? Morality is to with proper behaviour. Ethics relate to right and wrong. The society defines moral and ethical based on an accepted framework. The key word here is social acceptance. There is no logical reason why same sex marriages must not be socially acceptable. Unlike acts of terrorism, it doesn’t kill anyone. If it is legalized, sooner or later, people will start socially accepting it

6.    Is it socially harmful? As I pointed out earlier, opposite sex marriages are important for the existence and continuance of the human race. If everyone indulged in same sex marriages, the human race would become extinct. But, as long as we accept same sex marriages as just another marriage, it is not socially harmful