Watta satta

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Watta satta (Urdu: وٹہ سٹہ) is a tribal custom in Pakistan of exchange of brides between two clans. Watta-Satta is the practice of bartering bride for bride. In other words, at the time of marriage, both families trade brides. In order for you to marry off your son, you must also have a daughter to marry off in return. If there is no sister to exchange in return for a son's spouse, a cousin, or a distant relative can also do. If no such exchange exists, there will be no trade marriage.

[edit] See also

• Vani
• Karo kari
• Swara
• Pait Likkhi

[edit] External links

• Watta Satta: Exchange Marriage and Women’s Welfare in Rural Pakistan