Menopause is a natural biological transition - not a disease. In India, it begins on average at 46.6 years, preceded by perimenopause that can start a decade earlier. Symptoms are driven by declining estrogen and progesterone. Most are manageable. This guide covers every stage, every major symptom, and every proven approach to getting through it well. Menopause is officially defined as 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. The average onset age in India is 46.6 ye