Men as Fathers: An Indian Perspective

Parenting in Cultural Perspective: A Systematic Review of Paternal Role Across Cultures

“…Gender culture is barely interpreted as prescriptive family styles and care ideals developed by parents in child care (Zimmer & Desch, 2012). It is commonly known that every culture is unique, in which people engage in a range of social roles, which are internalized intuitively, and the part of the father is no exception (Sriram, 2019). Father and mother deliver different approaches in parenting; fathers act as the exploration companion, encouraging exploration, risk-taking, emotion regulation, and a developing sense of autonomy through challenging and exhilarating physical activity (Fletcher et al, 2011, Novianti & Garzia, 2020.…”

“…India's father had a vital role in their children's lives. By tradition, fatherhood was part of the obligations of a householder, and a father is expected to accomplish his swadharma (right path of deed in life) for the family's welfare and to fulfill the significant roles of provider, mentor, nurturer, and pass on sanskar, Hindu culture refers to the purification and enhancement of inner consciousness, attained through childhood experiences when children internalize manners and values (Sriram, 2019). A study among fathers in India found that they interpret the paternal role, including academic and social skills, in their children.…”