In India, the family is considered the basic unit of society. Most Indians live in joint families, where three or more generations live together under one roof. The family is typically headed by the grandfather, followed by the father, and then the sons and their families. The joint family system is still prevalent, especially in rural areas, where everyone contributes to the household income and shares the responsibilities.
In India, the Sanskrit saying Atithi Devo Bhava (The guest is equivalent to God) is not just a proverb; it is a lifestyle rule.
To truly capture the essence of this lifestyle, let us look at two fictionalized but highly representative stories of daily life in modern India. Story 1: The Mumbai High-Rise (The Modern Nuclear Family)
