The taboo of premarital sex for women

Premarital sex is a taboo in Indian society because it is considered a sin to even talk about sex, because of the deep-rooted urge to control women’s sexuality. Even today, in some parts of India, girls are refrained from interacting with the ‘opposite sex’. The concept of virginity is made extremely important. 

Why is premarital sex so taboo?

Why was premarital sex seen as a taboo in most of the societies historically? Because men saw women as property and wanted to acquire their property undamaged. They also wanted to make sure that the child they expected to have with their wife soon after the wedding would be their own.

How can premarital sex be a disadvantage to the woman?

Unwanted pregnancy, teenage pregnancy, abortion, STIs, HIV/AIDS, regrets, guilt, loss of self-respect, depression, loss of family support, substance abuse and even suicidal death are the health impact of premarital sexual behaviour among adolescents.

Why is premarital sex strongly discouraged?

Even though the chances of sexual transmitted diseases are rare, you cannot completely rule them out. If you happen to sleep with myriad number of women then you could end up suffering from gonorrhea, syphilis and AIDS. Also, the fear of unwanted pregnancy could jeopardize your life.

How does premarital sex affect the society?

The consequences and health impacts of unprotected sexual practices among young people include sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV/AIDS, unwanted pregnancy, teenage pregnancy, and abortion. In addition to health impacts, premarital sex has a social and psychological effect.

Is premarital sex a problem?

Premarital sexual behaviour may lead several health problems i.e. sexually transmitted infections (STIs), human immune virus and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS), unwanted pregnancies (especially teenage pregnancy), unsafe abortions, emotional disturbances, baby dumping and maternal deaths (United Nations

Is premarital sex a mistake?

Get over premarital sex guilt
It is not a mistake but a choice that you made for yourself and your body. Stop defining the first sexual experience and orgasm as a “loss” of virginity. It is an experience as important as other events of life that you have gained to appreciate your body.

How important is sex to a woman in a relationship?

Yet, for most women, sex plays a vital role in a loving relationship. It’s often the glue that bonds the partners as a couple. Not only does it help us feel connected to our partner, but sex also produces “feel good” hormones, such as Oxytocin, that allow us to stay vibrant, energetic, and happy.

Is it a sin to kiss before marriage?

Kissing itself is not a sin. It is a normal gesture and expression. It can convey a welcome, fondness, cultural affinity, compassion, sympathy and passion.

When did premarital sex become taboo?

In the 14th century, premarital sex was prohibited and considered a sin and having natural sexual desires men would marry younger women in assumption that they were still virgins. Women would marry men who could support their family financially and securely.



What religions dont allow premarital sex?

In Islam, premarital sex (fornication), as well as sex outside marriage (adultery) are absolutely forbidden and considered grave sins that bear serious consequences in this world and the hereafter (Quran 24:2). Islam gives sex a form of an esteemed status by limiting it to the husband-wife relationship.

Does the Bible say no premarital sex?

Again, the Old Testament’s most detailed list of sexually immoral acts (Leviticus 18) does not include sex before marriage.

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