Why is it that we always talk about yeshivot as a collective? Couldn’t we cancel bein azmanim in some yeshivot, while keeping it in others?
This could come in handy in shiduchim too. “Yes, Sarah had a great time too. But she’s looking for someone who doesn’t take bein azmanim”.
On a serious note, bein azmanim is immensely important. For those who learn intensively, it’s a necessery repose. In general it allows bachurim to connect with their family and the real world (to some extent) It also give them some freedom from their friends’ influence. Living 24 hours with other people your age can crush your individuality.
That’s it. I think I’ve put in enough contoversy for this to go on.