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Historically, the joint family system (or undivided family ) has been the ideal. Typically, this includes three to four generations—grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, and children—living under one roof, sharing a common kitchen and purse. The karta (usually the eldest male) manages finances and major decisions, while the eldest female ( karta’s wife ) oversees domestic chores, rituals, and conflict resolution.

Lunch is rarely a solitary affair. In joint families, women begin cooking by 9 AM. The meal— roti (bread), rice, dal (lentils), two vegetables, pickle, and buttermilk—is served first to the eldest male, then children, and finally the women eat together. This sequence reflects hierarchical respect but is also pragmatic (ensuring food is not wasted). Historically, the joint family system (or undivided family