The document discusses the impact of the global economic meltdown on household budgets and behavior in India. It presents the results of a survey that found that recession has affected household expenditures, with people compromising most on grocery, entertainment, and luxury items in the short-term. In the long-term, spending on gold, real estate, and mutual funds saw larger cuts. The recession reduced savings amounts and forced many households to continuously cut expenses through reducing usage or substituting products. Overall, the study shows that the economic crisis has changed consumer behavior and spending patterns in India.