Rajasthan’s ‘Nata’ tradition: New relationships are formed even after marriage, know the truth behind this tradition?

The cultural heritage of Rajasthan is not only famous for its royal heritage, palaces and traditional dances, but also for its special customs. Many such practices have disappeared in the history of Rajasthan, but some such practices are still prevalent today, which may surprise you.

This article throws light on one such practice, in which unmarried women are forced to live with men. Let us know about this interesting and surprising tradition.

understand the nata tradition

According to Nata practice, married people can live with partners other than their spouse. This practice is prevalent in some communities of Rajasthan and is also known as Nata or Natra tradition. Apart from this, it allows unmarried women to live with men. A practice that does not have formal ritual names.

According to Nata tradition, a married woman can leave her husband and live with another man without any formal marriage. This arrangement does not require any kind of customs or ceremonies. If a woman or a man falls in love with an attractive person, they can separate by paying a predetermined amount of money instead of going through the divorce process. This practice frees them from legal complications.

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Origin of Nata tradition

Every tradition has its own roots and reasons. The establishment of Nata tradition works to give recognition and social status to widows and abandoned women, so that they can live a dignified life.

terms of tradition

Decisions related to this tradition are taken by the village elders. Discussion often centers around children from previous marriages and other related matters. It requires mutual consent of the individuals involved and their families.

Under this tradition, married women can also live with another partner, but a fee has to be paid for this. A man adopting a wife has to pay a certain amount. After the fee is paid, both the persons can live together. Children born in Nata tradition are called Bakra.

The Nata tradition of Rajasthan reflects the complex and contradictory social system. In a way, the Nata system opens the way for widows and abandoned women to be given a place and respect in the society, which was a practical solution according to its time.

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