Brexit: A White-Washed Indian Family Drama?

The current political atmosphere in the United Kingdom is both charged and divided ahead of Brexit referendum to be held in less than 24-hours. Hearing arguments on immigration, economic freedom and independence reminds me debates that happen in our homes over joint family set-up and same-caste marriages. 

The UK Independence Party has been fiercely supporting the exit like daughter-in-laws seeking economic freedom and independence from joint-family set-up. The EU has been warning Britian of 

Exit price and no opportunity to come back in the union, while the Conservative party realizes the advantages, it is struggling to convince its citizens. As much as the joint family makes it feel rigid in the inside, it offers tremendous support and protectionism when things begin to go wrong. 

The cultural change brought about by immigration is another point of contention between the warring parties. If I were to bring home a girl from another caste or religion, my parents would not be too happy because of the dilution of cultural values and practices. Similarly, the Conservatives are worried about the fast-changing religious demographic and evolving British palette for Kebab and Curry. By exiting EU, Britain hopes to prolong the shelf-life of their culture and palette for fish and chips. Scientifically, Cross-pollination is an opportunity to improve the genetic make-up and propounds Darwinism: survival of the fittest and the need for constant evolution.

Another striking similarity to this white-washed version of the Indian family drama is the recent murder of a Parliamentarian, Jo Cox who supported staying in the EU, which resembles honor killings that happen here in the name of caste and religion. 

Irrespective of what we term this: a white-washed version of an Indian drama or a brown version of a British Soap, the Brits will have to face the repercussions of their choice, which will significantly alter their cultural DNA and legacy. Only time can tell the real merits and demerits of such a choice, until then let's enjoy the drama in British style with some beer, fish and chips.