On one hand, it's traditionally seen as a respectful, almost maternal bond, where the bhabhi is expected to care for her younger devar like a son. This ideal is embedded in religious traditions and folk songs, such as the devotional "भाभी माँगे देवर लक्ष्मण की तरह" (Bhabi Maange Devar Lakshman Ki Tarah), where a sister-in-law prays for her devar to be as devoted and righteous as Lord Lakshman.