Question- What are the main differences between a Nuclear Family & a Joint Family, and which one is considered the best?

Answer -

We all know each coin has 2 sides, like wise be it nuclear family or joint family both comes with a set of pros and cons. Now lets see which one outweighs other :

Pros of a Nuclear Family

1. Ample freedom and space.
2. Less adjustment and compromise.
3. Can take decisions independently.
4. No restrictions on anything.
5. You learn to be more responsible.

Cons of a Nuclear Family

1. You are solely responsible for everything.
2. In times of sickness, no one will be around to look after you.
3. Will take time to get financially stable, as you can’t share burden of your finances.

Pros of a Joint Family

1. Work gets distributed among everyone, so each individual gets time for themselves too.
2. You are never alone, there will always be someone around you.
3. As everyone share the finances, you get a chance to save more.
4. You learn to be more adjusting which in turn helps an individual in all phases of life.
5. In case of working married people, they can always leave their children with their family member instead of opting a daycare.
6. You get guidance when needed from the people who will always give genuine advice.

Cons of a Joint Family

1. Less freedom & Space.
2. Need to think about each member before taking any major decision.

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