: Historically, the "joint family" was the standard, with three or more generations sharing a kitchen, budget, and living space. While urban migration has made nuclear families more common, many households still function with strong ties to extended relatives for financial security and childcare.

While the traditional "joint family" system—where three or more generations live under one roof—is evolving into nuclear setups in urban centers, the spirit of the joint family remains. Even in high-rise apartments in Mumbai or Bangalore, the "extended family" is just a WhatsApp group away.