The Problem with the 'Cousin Marriage Is Not Weird' Argument
A YouTuber, Keerthika Govindhasamy, also known as Keerthi History, has sparked controversy with her recent video.
She argues that marrying a first cousin or uncle is not weird, as long as traditional rules are followed. Keerthika claims that without cousin marriages, south Indian family structures would collapse.
She draws subtle religious references bordering on Islamophobia.
Keerthika, a history graduate from Tamil Nadu, has gained tens of thousands of views on her videos, but also faces criticism and controversy. Her popularity increased in 2024 when she won the Best Storyteller Award from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Author's summary: YouTuber Keerthika sparks controversy with cousin marriage argument.
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