Despite these differences, a shared sense of spirituality and the concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family) tie the country together. 2. Family and Social Structure
No article on modern Indian lifestyle is complete without addressing the elephant in the room:
In India, the family remains the most important social unit. While urban centers have seen a rise in nuclear households, the "joint-family" spirit of interdependence and collective decision-making still guides daily life.