Hands that rocked our cradles

The abuse of the elderly by their own kin is largely a taboo subject in India and rarely engages the attention of policymakers, though the problem is deep-rooted and widespread.

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The emergence of nuclear families, particularly in urban areas, has led to the collapse of support systems for the aged while lack of financial independence further exacerbates their plight. As the world population ages at an unprecedented rate and life expectancies rise, the challenges faced by older individuals are becoming increasingly complex.