The joint family system, though declining in urban areas, remains a cultural ideal. For many women, life is structured around kartavya (duty). The daughter, wife, and mother are seen as the ghar ki laxmi (goddess of the home), responsible for maintaining familial harmony, performing daily rituals ( puja ), and upholding the family’s honor ( izzat ).
While progress is evident, several systemic hurdles persist: Legal Protections : Laws like the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act Nirbhaya Act The joint family system, though declining in urban