They are only allowed out of their houses on rare occasions, at which time they must be veiled. Houses of those who practice purdah contain separate quarters for the men and women. The men's section, or mardanah , is located in the front of the house, so that visitors do not disturb the women. The women are secluded in the zananah , or women's section. Among poor peasants, the women are not secluded since they are needed to help with the farm work.
Social organization revolves around kinship rather than strict social classes or castes.
The Hindko generally marry within their own clans, and cross cousin marriages are preferred. Any disputes within the lineage are settled by a group of clan elders. This group also serves as the political representatives of the lineage. The constitution defines Pakistan as an Islamic nation and guarantees religious freedom. In reality, however, there is much persecution of Christians within the nation.