The definition of men and women addicted to one song is now a thing of the past.” This statement paints a new picture of the complexity of relationships in today’s Indian society. Many people are addicted to extramarital affairs these days to avoid marital strife, not meeting physical needs or simply to enjoy life. The traditional concept of marriage has also changed for the majority of Indians.

Such sensational information has emerged in a recent survey by Gleeden.

Only those aged 25-50 are inclined to extramarital affairs
According to Gleeden’s survey, married people aged 25 to 50 are the most inclined to extramarital affairs. There are two main reasons behind this – some are looking for mental peace, while others are looking to meet physical needs.

The survey says that more than 60 percent of the people on whom this survey was conducted are accustomed to unconventional dating methods. The word ‘swing’ is very common among the current generation. Not unknown. In this case, both partners are busy going outside the family and fulfilling their extramarital and even sexual needs. This survey by Glidden provides sensational information that the definition of ideal relationship or marriage has changed a lot in modern India.

Online flirting and platonic relationships
The survey also says that 52 percent of Kolkatans are looking for emotional connection in platonic relationships. That is, they prefer establishing an emotional connection without physical relations. In addition, there is online flirting. According to Glidden’s data, 36 percent of women and 35 percent of men are attracted to flirting on online platforms. Small cities like Kochi, Jaipur, Ludhiana in India were also included in this survey, which shows that this trend is not limited to metro cities.

Also, both men and women are getting used to wandering in the world of fantasy with someone other than their partner. A report published in India Today highlights this survey by Glidden

The results of this survey shed new light on the complexity of relationships and the changing traditional perceptions in Indian society. Will these changes have a long-term impact on the structure of society, or is it just a temporary trend? Time will tell.