Question

Differences and Similarities between joint and nuclear family?​

Answer 1

1. Responsibility

The responsibility of a nuclear family rests on the couple.

The joint-family system lays down a responsibility on the head of the family. The elders trains the younger ones for different occupations, marries them, gives them a start in life, and takes care of the infirm and the old.

2. Bond of unity and affection

Compared to nuclear family, there is higher bond of unity and affection among different family members and relations in a joint family. In a joint family, the prosperity and adversity of the family are shared equally.

3. Subsistence

The subsistence of a nuclear family is dependent upon either on husband or wife, or both.

A joint family system ensures a minimum of subsistence to all the members of the family.