A nuclear family has the following advantages :
Independence and freedom for all the family members compared to Joint families
these families are more economical and efficient as all the members are contributing to society in some way or other and savings can be carried out more effectively.
Prevention of intra family conflict because of absence of a large number of family members
the parents have to be immediately responsible to their children and their needs
better communication is encourage among the family members and all of the members can adequatety express their opinions and views regarding an issue.