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My Family and I

NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Meaning and Types of Family

  • A family is a fundamental unit of society.
  • Traditionally, family members are related by marriage, blood or adoption and live together, sharing a common roof, kitchen and source of income.
  • The idea of family is changing today, but the family remains the first group that gives support, affection and help.
2

Functions of a Family

  • A family protects members from danger to life.
  • It gives emotional bonding among members.
  • It provides financial and emotional security.
3

Family Life Cycle

  • The family life cycle has three stages: beginning, expanding, and contracting.
  • The beginning stage starts with marriage.
  • The expanding stage starts with the birth of the first child.
4

Marriage and Beginning Stage

  • Marriage is an important milestone in life.
  • Marriage should not happen before a girl is eighteen years old and a boy is twenty-one years old.
  • By this age, young adults are expected to have basic education and some career preparation.

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A family is a fundamental unitA nuclear family consists ofA family provides protectionThe family life cycle has threeThis stage starts with marriage

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