Family serves as the cornerstone of Indian society, profoundly shaping the daily life of women.
This traditional conditioning persists even as women achieve professional success. Many are still expected to prioritize family responsibilities and marriage over their careers. A LinkedIn survey revealed that due to pressure from in-laws and spouses. The institution of marriage itself is evolving, however, with the rise of "arranged love marriage"—a hybrid model that blends traditional family-arranged matches with modern concepts of choice, courtship, and emotional compatibility, particularly in urban settings. Even festivals, while joyful, often reinforce traditional roles, as they create obligations that place the responsibility of cooking, cleaning, and hosting squarely on women's shoulders. Family serves as the cornerstone of Indian society,