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groom and his relatives arrive at the bride's house to the
ringing of bells, blowing of conch shells and ululation.
The baran dala is held by an elder female relative of the
bride's and the plate is first touched to the groom's
forehead, then to ground, and back again to his forehead
in a gesture of part blessing, part-reverence. The groom
is offered sweets and sherbet. Water is sprinkled on the
doorstep as the groom steps into the house to mark the
auspicious moment. Both, the mother of the bride and of
the groom do not attend this ceremony. It is believed that
this will protect the couple from the 'evil eye'. |
