The single biggest shift in over the last two decades is the mass entry into the workforce.

Historically, and still predominantly, an Indian woman’s identity is deeply intertwined with her family and her role within it. The concept of kutumb (family) is paramount, often extending beyond the nuclear unit to include grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins. A woman’s life is traditionally structured around the four ashramas (stages) of life, with a strong emphasis on grihastha (the householder stage). Her dharma (duty) has classically been defined as a devoted daughter, a sacrificing wife ( pativrata ), and a nurturing mother.