Acharya Prashant explains that the traditional practice of men marrying younger women is rooted in biological, social, and exploitative reasons rather than spirituality or love. Biologically, the practice aimed to align the sexual maturity ages of both partners, as girls often reach maturity earlier than boys. Socially, a significant age gap allows men to exert dominance and control over women, especially in patriarchal societies where the man’s greater age and experience facilitate authority. He notes that bringing a younger woman into a household was often motivated by the desire for a longer period of physical youth, extended years of domestic service, and a maximized window for childbearing. He further clarifies that most social traditions and customs were created by those in power, historically men, and are often exploitative in nature. Even historical practices like the 'Swayamvar' were not truly empowering for women, as they reduced the choice of a partner to physical skills like archery and were restricted to the ruling class, excluding ordinary men. Acharya Prashant emphasizes that such traditions, including concepts of specific auspicious days or years, are human constructs with no inherent truth. He advises looking at all traditions through the light of self-awareness and wisdom to determine what truly leads to one's well-being, rather than blindly following social norms.