[1] In today's state of urbanization in which women are increasingly joining the workforce, the roots of joint family systems are eroding.
Higher numbers of older people who have spent most of their life with their joint/extended families may face loneliness and marginalization in their old age.
[2] The Union Cabinet's latest decision to approve a new law - Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, aimed at serving the elderly live in self-respect and peace.
The Bill to be introduced in Parliament this monsoon session includes provisions to guard India's senior citizens besides specifically prescribing the State's role in taking care of them.
Air India provides 45% concessions to older persons in wheel chairs and are allowed to board the plane first.
Higher rates of interest to its senior citizens on certain savings plans which are run by the post offices and other private banks.