Dahej Calculator

Example 1: High-Income Professional (Engineer, Urban, Elite Family)

This example shows how factors like profession, location, and family status affect the calculation.

Satirical Estimate: ₹15,00,000 - ₹25,00,000 (Satirical estimate)

This example demonstrates how factors like being an engineer in an MNC, living in urban India, owning property, and coming from an elite family background contribute to higher estimates. However, it's important to remember that these are satirical calculations meant to highlight the absurdity of such practices. Dowry is illegal regardless of any factors.

Example 2: Government Employee (Middle Class, Rural)

This example shows a more moderate scenario with government employment and rural location.

Satirical Estimate: ₹3,00,000 - ₹6,00,000 (Satirical estimate)

Government employment with stable income, middle-class background, and rural location results in a moderate estimate. This example shows how job security and government employment are valued factors, but again, these calculations are purely satirical. Real marriages should be based on mutual respect, not financial transactions.

Example 3: Doctor (Urban, Upper Class)

Medical professionals often have high estimates due to profession and income levels.

Satirical Estimate: ₹20,00,000 - ₹35,00,000 (Satirical estimate)

Doctors with high income, urban location, significant assets, and upper-class background show very high estimates. This highlights how certain professions are disproportionately valued in traditional matchmaking. However, no profession or background justifies dowry demands, as dowry is illegal and unethical.

Example 4: Entrepreneur (Urban, Elite)

Entrepreneurs with business success and elite family status.

Satirical Estimate: ₹25,00,000 - ₹40,00,000 (Satirical estimate)

Entrepreneurs with high income, significant land assets, elite family status, and urban location show among the highest estimates. This demonstrates how business success and wealth are heavily weighted. Remember, these are satirical calculations meant to expose the problematic nature of such valuations.

Example 5: Teacher (Rural, Middle Class)

Teaching profession with rural location and middle-class background.

Satirical Estimate: ₹1,50,000 - ₹3,00,000 (Satirical estimate)

Teachers with moderate income, rural location, and middle-class background show lower estimates. This example illustrates how certain professions and locations are undervalued in traditional calculations. However, all professions deserve equal respect, and dowry should never be a factor in marriage decisions.

Example 6: Lawyer (Urban, Upper Class)

Legal profession with urban location and upper-class family background.

Satirical Estimate: ₹12,00,000 - ₹20,00,000 (Satirical estimate)

Lawyers with good income, urban location, property ownership, and upper-class background show high estimates. This demonstrates how legal profession, combined with urban setting and family status, influences traditional calculations. Again, these are satirical estimates meant to highlight the absurdity of such practices.

What is a Dahej Calculator?

A dahej calculator is a satirical online tool that estimates potential dowry expectations in Indian marriages based on various factors like income, profession, education, assets, and social background. Our calculator is designed purely for educational and awareness purposes to highlight the absurdity of dowry practices and promote gender equality.

Is this calculator serious or satirical?

This calculator is purely satirical and educational. It is designed to expose and criticize the practice of dowry, not to encourage it. All calculations are fictional and meant to demonstrate the problematic nature of dowry demands. We strongly condemn dowry practices and advocate for dowry-free, equality-based marriages.

Why was this dahej calculator created?

This calculator was created to: (1) Highlight the absurdity of dowry demands by showing how various factors are weighted, (2) Educate people about the illegality of dowry under Indian law, (3) Raise awareness about gender equality in marriages, (4) Encourage discussions about dowry-free marriages, and (5) Support the elimination of dowry practices from society.

Is dowry legal in India?

No, dowry is completely illegal in India. It is prohibited under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, and Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Demanding, giving, or taking dowry is a punishable offense. Anyone found guilty can face imprisonment and fines. This calculator is meant to raise awareness about this illegality.

How accurate is this dahej calculator?

This calculator provides satirical estimates based on common societal trends and factors that are unfortunately still considered in some traditional matchmaking scenarios. However, these calculations are not legally binding, scientifically precise, or meant to be taken seriously. They are purely fictional and designed to highlight the problematic nature of such practices.

Can I use this calculator for actual dowry negotiations?

Absolutely not. This calculator should never be used for actual dowry negotiations or to determine dowry amounts. Dowry is illegal, and using this tool for such purposes would be unlawful. This tool is strictly for educational and awareness purposes to understand the absurdity of dowry practices.

What factors affect the dahej calculation?

The calculator considers factors like age, income, education level, degree, profession, job type, marital status, home ownership, car ownership, land owned, location (urban/rural), height, fairness, caste, and family status. However, these factors should never determine a person's worth, and the calculator is meant to expose how such valuations are problematic.

Why include factors like caste, fairness, and height?

Unfortunately, these factors are still considered in some traditional matchmaking scenarios in India. We include them not to endorse discrimination, but to reflect ground realities and demonstrate how such factors are inappropriately used in dowry calculations. This helps expose the discriminatory nature of such practices.

Can brides use this dahej calculator?

Yes, anyone can use this calculator for educational purposes. Brides can adjust inputs to see how various factors might be weighted in traditional calculations. However, this should only be used for awareness and understanding, not for actual dowry planning. Remember, dowry is illegal regardless of gender.

Is my data stored when I use this calculator?

No, we do not store any personal details or calculation inputs. Your usage is 100% private and anonymous. All calculations are performed locally in your browser, and no data is sent to our servers or stored anywhere.

How can I report dowry harassment?

If you or someone you know is facing dowry harassment, please seek help immediately. You can contact: (1) Women's Helpline: 181 (24/7), (2) National Commission for Women (NCW) at ncw.nic.in, (3) Local police station, (4) Women's rights organizations. Dowry harassment is a serious crime and help is available.

What are the legal consequences of demanding dowry?

Demanding, giving, or taking dowry is illegal under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. Offenses can result in: (1) Imprisonment of up to 5 years, (2) Fines up to ₹15,000 or the value of dowry (whichever is higher), (3) Additional charges under Section 498A IPC for cruelty related to dowry. The law is strict and enforced to protect individuals from dowry-related harassment.