Lalu Prasad Yadav recently advised Rahul Gandhi to get married, sparking a debate about the role of marital status in politics. In India, being single/unmarried is often seen as a sign of commitment to public service. However, in the US, having a supportive spouse is considered important for presidents. The article explores the societal differences and the impact of personal lives on political careers. It also raises questions about how voters in India and the US would react to leaders with unconventional relationship statuses.