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Woman rejected over skin tone sparks colourism debate

short by / on Monday, 12 October, 2026
A woman has sparked debate after claiming a family rejected her for marriage because of her skin tone. She alleged they asked her to wear their favourite saree and took her to a terrace to examine her complexion in sunlight. The family reportedly expressed concerns about having dark-skinned children, reigniting discussions about colourism in arranged marriages.
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