Indian lifestyle views food through the lens of Ayurveda . Meals are balanced by six tastes (sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, astringent). A typical thali (platter) is a work of art—rice/roti, dal (lentils), sabzi (vegetables), pickle, yogurt, and papad. While meat is consumed widely, vegetarianism is a spiritual choice for nearly 40% of Hindus, making India the world's largest vegetarian democracy.

While urban areas are shifting toward nuclear families, the concept of the extended family remains paramount. Decisions regarding careers, marriage, and finances often involve the counsel of elders.

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