Some Theories Propose That Dowry Is a Source of Security

Some theories propose that dowry is a source of security for women in society.However,these are not wholly accurate because in many cases:

A) Dowry is symbolic only.
B) The amount of dowry is too small to serve such a function.
C) Women do not retain control over their own dowries.
D) Dowry is actually used to pay debts owed to non-relatives.
E) Dowry is likely to cause jealousy and hence ill treatment by the husband's family.