While some cultures still oppose them, many young people view live-in relationships as a sign of love and trust. 2 / 8Many young people believe that live-in relationships reflect a deep level of love and trust between partners. 4 / 8Relationship duration in live-in setups: Around 40% of live-in couples eventually separate, while only 10% stay together permanently without marrying. 6 / 8Live-in relationships in India: India is increasingly accepting live-in relationships, similar to Western countries. 7 / 8Legal recognition under Uttarakhand UCC: In Uttarakhand, the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has granted legal recognition to live-in couples for the first time.

Source: News 24 January 08, 2026 19:12 UTC