Shaadi.com survey says 50% youth depend on parents to find partner

Despite the increasing trend of love marriages in India, more than half the youngsters still depend on their parents to find their partner, according to a survey.

When asked about the ideal way to find a partner, a majority of 50.1% respondents said they prefer relying on parents, a survey by matrimonial portal Shaadi.com said.

More than 31% youngsters said they prefer searching online to find a partner of their choice.

On the other hand, 12% said they would like to meet new people through common friends, while another 6% mentioned work place as a way to meet new people.

Select Shaadi, a personalised matchmaking service from Shaadi.com, had conducted the survey recently to understand how people's habits have evolved over generations. It surveyed over 3,600 single youngsters in various cities in the age group ranging from 24 years to 35 years.

Asked about what qualities they look for in their life partners, about 37% said they want someone who is like-minded. Another 30% chose educational qualification.

More than 21% single Indian women said their partner's occupation is important, where as 11% said being presentable is more important.

"The survey reassures our belief in marrying people's matchmaking needs with technology to deliver happiness across generations. The survey is part of the constant research that Shaadi.com conducts in its attempt to gauge the preferences of single Indians," Premanshu Singh, associate vice-president of Shaadi.com, said.