Importance of Joint Family Or Advantages of Joint Family
Introduction
The joint family system is the traditional family system . This family system has been prevalent in India since ancient times . Under this system , the entire family - grandparents ( paternal ) and their male children with their families stay under a single roof . The joint family system not only lessens the burden of housework , it is also a safety net when financial difficulties , accidents or calamities arise . The family , as a single unit shares the load together till the storm of difficulties gets over . During the time of difficulties , the family provides strong emotional support as it is always there to give patient hearing to the problems of all members .
Changing Values
However , with changing times , there is an emergence of extended family system People have come to realise that the grandparents can be of great help in single family units . Selfish though , this motive may seem , grandparents can be of help when both parents are away at work- taking care of children , bringing them back from school , seeing to their homework , being around when the maid comes in as well as the valuable advice which they give proves to be of immense help , as they have greater experience in life . According to a popular Burmese proverb :
" In time of test , family is the best . "
Conclusion
Lastly , with most families going the nuclear way , grandparents , in - laws , do stay along with the family as a single unit . The joint family system binds the members of the family in love and affection , and teaches them to be tolerant towards other people's mistakes by developing the attitude of sharing and caring for others .