Delayed Marriage and Its consequences w.r.t Reproductive Health: An Integrated Perspective of Ayurveda and Contemporary Science

Delayed marriage has become increasingly common due to educational, professional, and socioeconomic factors. Although it offers personal and financial stability, it significantly affects reproductive health. From a modern medical perspective, delayed marriage is associated with infertility, pregnancy complications, and genetic risks. Ayurveda, on the other hand, has a detailed description of marriageable age for both male and female by acharyas like Carak, Sushrut & Vagbhatta as well as emphasises timely life-stage transitions (Āśrama system), proper functioning of Śukra dhātu, and maintenance of reproductive vitality through balanced lifestyle and preventive care. This paper integrates modern medical science with Ayurvedic principles to analyse the impact of delayed marriage on reproductive health and suggests holistic strategies for prevention and management.