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Research Paper | Sociology | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 146 - 148 | India
Generation Gap in Contemporary Families: A Sociological Analysis
Abstract: The generation gap has become one of the most significant sociological concerns within contemporary family systems. Rapid modernisation, technological advancement, globalisation, urbanisation, and educational expansion have transformed value orientations across generations. This study investigates the nature, causes, manifestations, and consequences of the generation gap in contemporary families through a comprehensive sociological framework. The sample consists of 150 respondents representing three generations: grandparents, parents, and youth. The findings reveal that technological transformation, shifting gender norms, career diversification, changing marriage patterns, and global cultural exposure are primary contributors to intergenerational differences. The research paper concludes that while generational differences are inevitable in dynamic societies, they can be constructively negotiated through reflexive understanding and institutional adaptation.
Keywords: Generation Gap, Family Institution, Social Change, Intergenerational Conflict, Modernisation, Youth Culture, Sociology
How to Cite?: Dr. K. M. Desai, "Generation Gap in Contemporary Families: A Sociological Analysis", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 146-148, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26303115354, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26303115354