If a wife is unable to stay at home and going to work she is called 'financially independent'. If the husband works hard all day and comes home, there is hardly any credit to his hard work, because it is expected of him. Comparisions take us anywhere :)
I don't know what is typical Indian mindset here refers to but I feel it is normal for me to feel respect to provide for my wife and family and I take great pride in it. I wouldn't mind even if I lose my job and my wife provides for me, but I cannot stay like that forever, it is natural of me.
