Family is the most important institution in Indian society, valued over individualism. Male children are preferred to females. Business relationships are built on mutual trust and respect through introductions by a third party. Indian culture values conservative dress and removing shoes inside homes and temples as signs of respect.

1. INDIA
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2. Family Life
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Family is considered
the most important
institution in society.
The family unit is
more valued than
individualistic
attitude.
Male children
are desired
more than
females.

3. Social Etiquette
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Dress conservatively
and take care to avoid
tight or revealing clothing.
Take off your shoes before
entering an Indian home or
a temple as a mark of respect
to the host and the deities in
the temple.

4. Business Etiquette
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Indians prefer to do business
with those they know.
Relationships are built upon
mutual trust and respect.
Use a third party for
introduction, as this will give
you immediate credibility.
Make appointments by email 1
or more months in advance.
Always confirm your
appointment, as it may be
cancelled any time.

5. Trivia
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India has the largest number of
Post Offices in the world.
The largest employer in
India is the Indian Railways,
employing over a million people.
Martial Arts were first created
in India, and later spread to Asia
by Buddhist missionaries.
Yoga has its origins in India
and has existed for over
5,000 years.

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