This research systematically investigates the complicated social dynamics inside Indian culture, with a particular emphasis on the intersections of identity, marriage, and caste, using an internet survey as its major instrument. Drawing on Peter Berger and Thomas Luckmann’s theoretical framework of social production of reality, the research seeks to explain growing shifts in urban society. The merging of identity, marriage, and caste is still a complicated and deeply embedded feature of Indian culture today. Traditional markers such as caste and religion frequently impact social position demarcation, personal connection creation, and the allocation of socioeconomic prospects. Understanding the dynamics of these cultural structures is critical for appreciating the complexities of Indian social structure and confronting issues of inequality and injustice. The present study seeks to delve into these complexities through the lens of an online survey conducted among individuals across various demographics in India. By exploring perspectives on identity, marriage preferences, and perceptions of caste, this research aims to shed light on the evolving landscape of social relationships and norms in the country. The intersectionality of caste with other identity markers such as religion, gender, and socio-economic status further complicates the social landscape. Marriage, another cornerstone of Indian culture, is frequently used to perpetuate caste-based connections and customs. Endogamy, in which people marry within their own caste or social group, is popular, demonstrating the survival of caste-based identity and social norms. However, increasing socioeconomic realities, urbanization, and changing views towards marriage and relationships are rapidly eroding these long-held conventions. The study attempts to unravel the complicated fabric of the Indian social structure through a thorough collection of queries meant to investigate individual perceptions and society norms. The views of respondents on traditional identification markers like caste and religion, their factors and preferences when choosing a life partner, and the perceived relationships between caste, marriage, and social stratification are important topics of research. By carefully examining the information gathered from the online poll, this research offers insightful information on how social ties and norms are changing in modern-day India.

Keywords: Social reality, societal norms, social structure, identity, marriage