The joint family of the Nambudiris of Kerala is known as:
A
Illom Joint Family
B
Okka Joint Family
C
Tarawad Joint Family
D
None of the above
Correct Option:
A
Explanation
The traditional joint family of the Nambudiri Brahmins of Kerala is known as the Illom. It was characteristically patriarchal and patrilineal. By comparison, Tarawad is associated with the matrilineal Nair family system, while Okka is associated with Coorg social organisation.
