In Jainism, yes, marriage is allowed – for householders (shrāvaks and shrāvikās).

Very simply:

• Two paths are accepted in Jain Dharma:

1. Grihastha-marg – householder’s path - Marriage, family, job, responsibilities - Follow anuvrat (small vows): ahimsa, satya, asteya, brahmacharya (fidelity), aparigraha 2. Vairagya / Sadhu-marg – renounced path - No marriage, complete celibacy, full vows (mahāvrat)

• For monks and nuns (sadhus–sadhvīs):

- Marriage is not allowed at all. - They must be completely celibate.

• For laypeople:

- Marriage is permitted and normal, but: - Should be simple, without show-off and violence (ahimsa-based functions) - Partners should support each other in following Jain principles: non-violence, truth, vegetarianism, aparigraha, etc. - The goal is not just worldly pleasure, but helping each other in spiritual progress.

So:

• If you choose the householder path, marriage is allowed and accepted.
• If you choose the monk/nun path, marriage is completely given up.