When the sun rises over the subcontinent, it does not wake an individual; it wakes a collective. In India, the concept of "family" is not merely a unit of parents and children. It is an ecosystem. It is a chaotic, loud, emotional, and deeply intricate network of grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, and pets, all living under one roof or within a five-minute walking radius.
Meals are rarely a solo affair. Sitting together for dinner is the standard, often accompanied by lively debates.
