India is at a crossroads between two major living structures: India - Culture, Traditions, Cuisine - Britannica
: Domestic helpers, cooks, and drivers are integral to the daily rhythm. They are often treated as extended members of the family, sharing in the household's joys and sorrows.
In an Indian family, "democracy" is a myth. The person who cooks (or pays the bills) has veto power. But the beauty is in the compromise. No one stays angry for long because tomorrow is another day, and tomorrow there will be chole .