: Rituals from birth to marriage are steeped in complex ceremonies. While arranged marriages are still common, modern women are gaining more autonomy in these personal decisions.
: Clothing remains a powerful symbol of identity. The sari and kurta continue to be worn with immense pride, often fused with Western elements (like the popular "kurta and jeans" combo) to create a unique Indo-Western aesthetic. Cultural Pillars & Family Life malayalam aunty kambi kathakal stories mother and son work
Views on women's place in society in India | Pew Research Center : Rituals from birth to marriage are steeped