Question

In the modern times what do you think are the factors responsible for the shift from joint to nuclear families? Give any three.

Answer 1

The causes responsible for the disintegration of the joint family system are as follows.

1. Industrialisation:

With the advent of the British in India a process of industrialisation started which brought about far-reaching changes in the Indian social and economic life. Industrialisation resulted in the flow of rural population to the urban areas.

2. Urbanisation:

Along with the process of industrialisation, the process of urbanisation has resulted in the weakening of the joint family system in India. Urban population has grown at a faster rate in our country in last few decades.

3. Education:

Education has affected joint family system in more ways than one. It has brought about changes in attitudes, beliefs, values and ideologies of the people. These changes are visible among both males and females who are educated. Education has also created individualistic attitudes among the educated persons. Hence, education has worked against the maintenance of the joint family system.

Answer 2

In my opinion the three factors that determine a living condition for a family is the factors which made early men to move.

1. To Grow- The present living condition for a family may not be appropriate to grow ie. Environment for a kid's education or his mental growth. For example the surroundings may be abusive or not fit for a child, and the moving family can't let the people around to live with them.

2.Economy- The place where present living is situated is challenging to earn. Their might not be enough income to survive a joint family so they would rather chose nuclear.

3. The need of privacy and independence- Joint families sometimes manipulate the thinking of people. They do not take decision for themselves and that might get hectic also some people choose nuclear just to get quality time with their immediate family.