i) It was a way of thanking the brides family for taking good care of her.
ii) Form of compensation to the bride?s parents for her absence.
iii) A sign of contract /commitment that a man would marry the girl and live with her.
iv) It showed grooms ability to take care of the wife and the family.
v) It was a sign of generosity on the side of the man.
vi) It cemented the marriage
vii) It was a symbol of marriage contract/represented the present day marriage certificate
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