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5. Impact of Globalization on Family

Traditionally, in India, the basic unit of society was not individual but the joint family. Ever since independence, Indian Society has undergone and continues to undergo great change in every walk of life. Family is becoming progressively weak due to globalization and individualism is growing rapidly.

 

Structure of the familyFunctions of the familyInter-personal relations