Wedding, in India, is a grand affair and is characterized by hectic preparation, planning and organization. Even the simplest of wedding requires immense arrangement and preparation. Just like wedding rituals are divided into three stages, such as pre wedding, wedding and post wedding, in the same way, wedding preparations are also divided into three stages - pre wedding preparation, wedding preparation and post wedding preparation. According to the urgency, certain things are arranged initially, while some are left for the future. Some of the pre wedding preparations involve invitation card selection and distribution, booking of the wedding venue, setting the menu, buying gifts, buying stuff for the to-be bride/groom, arrangement for the baraat, and so on.
