Hierarchy is central. Younger members show deference by touching the feet of elders to seek blessings or using respectful terms instead of names.

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are prepared alongside lunch boxes for working family members.

Many days begin before 6:00 AM with household cleaning, "brooming" to manage dust, and morning prayers or rituals. Morning Rituals:

Modernization and urbanization have led to more nuclear households, particularly in cities, though strong ties to extended family remain essential.