The day often begins before the sun fully rises. In many homes, the first sound is the whistle of a pressure cooker or the rhythmic "clink" of a spoon stirring tea.
Traditionally, the Indian family structure is patrilineal and hierarchical. The day often begins before the sun fully rises
: It is common for grandparents, parents, and children to share a kitchen and finances. Elders are revered as "fountains of knowledge" and often handle the storytelling and child-minding while younger adults work. The day often begins before the sun fully rises