: A defining theme of Indian life is the deep connection to family and community groups [26]. While urban areas are shifting, many households remain joint families where the elderly are cared for at home by their children rather than in assisted living [2]. Spiritual Practices
As a multi-religious society, daily life is often intertwined with spiritual rituals, whether it's the performance of Arati (veneration with light) or the application of a Tilak on the forehead during ceremonies. : A defining theme of Indian life is