It is the 21st century, and one thing hasn’t changed much, Indian society’s perception of live-in relationships. The concept of live-in relationships is still taboo.

Couples living together without marriage are often looked down upon by society. Although it will not be wrong to say that live-in relationships have transformed the way young people perceive marriage and cohabitation relationships.

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The survey found that 85% of people in the 18-35 age group want live-in relationships to be considered as normal as any other type of relationship.

Divided thoughts on live-in relationships and marriage: They want to be in a live-in relationship with their partner or to-be partner, we received differing opinions from users in the 18-35 age group.

Among those below 30 years of age, 63% want to be in a live-in relationship because it will allow them to know their partners better.

While 55% above 30 years of age want to get married and settle down, considering that they are doing well professionally, and now want to take a step ahead in their personal lives.

Live-in relationships aren’t easy to pursue when you have an Indian family; 26.5% of the users see their family values. Only 17% above the age of 30 show a clear ticket to it and 12% below 30 hold a red flag.

Lifelong live-in relationships are better than marriage said those who are below 30: Only 28% below the age of 30 think that marriage is better than a lifelong live-in relationship, a higher number of women (32%) is likely to hold this view than men (24%).

When it comes to those above the age of 30, more than half, 62%, think that tying knots with one person is better than living forever without giving any official name to the relationship.

A live-in relationship is a compatibility test: A couple must know their compatibility before getting married; 46% of the users think that live-in relationships are one great way for couples to test their compatibility.

More time for career growth: A majority of women, 74.6%, among the 18-30 age group say that a live-in relationship can give them more time to focus on their careers. Responsibilities in a marriage may become an obstacle in their professional growth.

Ending a marriage can be a tough decision, especially in a society that still stigmatizes divorce. Meanwhile, moving out of a live-in relationship can be emotionally and physically exhausting but not legally. Among QuackQuack users, 69% have this view.

Ravi Mittal, Founder and CEO of QuackQuack, said, “Even after the government has legalized live-in relationships, it seems that our society will take some time to accept it. We should not impose restrictions on this generation; they are intelligent enough to know what they want and brave enough to communicate it. Live-in relationship or marriage, the choice should solely be theirs. In my opinion, we better get ready to accommodate this change.”

More than 15 million people are already Quacking their way through cities, offices, next-door neighbors based on interests and distances even.

Quack Quack is one of the most renowned meet platforms that serves all communities of India.