Questions and Answers
What type of kinship descent pattern is illustrated in the film?
Patrilineal
Where do women move when they get married and what is the term for this?
They move into their husband's family's home called Patrilocal.
What changes are discussed in terms of husband and wife relations?
In Dadi's day, you had to listen to everyone (in-laws and husband) but now you just have to listen to your husband. Some couples want traditional family life but also want an office job.
How is a family defined and who controls the land and money (salaries)?
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Why might the families in the village be happier when a boy baby is born than when a girl baby is born?
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Who is Dadi and who does she refer to as the inferior caste? Does she think that education helps women?
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Study Notes
Kinship Patterns
- The film illustrates a patrilineal kinship descent pattern, where lineage is traced through the male line.
Marital Residence
- Upon marriage, women traditionally move to their husband's family home, a practice termed patrilocal.
Changing Gender Roles
- In Dadi's era, wives had to adhere to the wishes of extended family as well as their husbands.
- Presently, the expectation is primarily to listen to husbands.
- Many couples seek a balance between traditional family roles and modern career aspirations, often facing a dilemma in choosing between the two.
Family Structure and Authority
- Family is defined by a male lineage, which includes the oldest couple, their sons, and daughters-in-law.
- Control over land and financial resources, including salaries, is held by this oldest couple.
Gender Preference in Birth
- The patrilineal culture results in families being generally happier at the birth of a son rather than a daughter, reflecting a preference for male children.
Dadi's Perspective on Women
- "Dadi" means grandmother and she regards women as belonging to an inferior caste.
- She believes that education is beneficial for women, enhancing their prospects of finding better husbands.
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Explore the themes of kinship and family dynamics presented in the film. This quiz illustrates concepts like patrilineal descent and patrilocal living arrangements, highlighting changes in marital relationships over time.
