This document provides an overview of communication styles and business etiquette in India. It discusses that India has many official languages and English is commonly used for business. It also outlines cultural aspects like hierarchy being important in relationships. Business etiquette tips include developing long-term relationships, being flexible with scheduling, exchanging business cards properly, and dressing conservatively. Communication includes speaking respectfully based on age and title. Decisions are made at the top of organizations and meetings can involve multi-tasking. Punctuality and following social norms are important for successful interactions in India.
Mrs. Suma Krishna was installed as the District Chairman for IW District 318 at Krishna's abode in Udupi. She is described as being creative, extroverted, and having a grandeur manner like a lion. She has held several leadership roles with the Inner Wheel Club of Mysore West since joining in 1991. Suma is married with children and owns family businesses. She was welcomed as the new District Chairman at the meeting.
The document provides an overview of culture, customs, and etiquette in India across multiple sections. It discusses the diverse languages, religions, and regional cultures in India. Some key points include the importance of hierarchy and family in social relationships, etiquette around greetings, gift-giving, and dining. Business etiquette focuses on building long-term relationships through respect and flexibility. Traditional clothing like the sari, dhoti, and salwar kameez are described along with the significance of titles and name conventions in India.
The document provides an overview of Indian culture, including its history, languages, religions, and business etiquette. It discusses the Indus Valley civilization as one of the earliest urban civilizations. It also outlines some key aspects of modern Indian culture such as the many languages spoken, religious diversity including Hinduism and Islam, greetings with namaste instead of handshakes, importance of hospitality in meetings, appropriate business dress, and giving gifts with cultural sensitivities.
This document provides an overview of the foundation of Indian culture, including its religious diversity and architectural history. It discusses the major religions practiced in India - Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism - and their beliefs, populations, and sects. It also describes some of the most important festivals celebrated in India across religions. Finally, it summarizes the evolution of architecture in India from ancient Indus Valley civilizations to modern British colonial influences.
India is located in South Asia between Pakistan, China, and Nepal. It has over 1 billion people and is the largest democracy in the world. India has a long history dating back 5,000 years and was home to ancient civilizations like the Indus Valley Civilization. It is very diverse with over 300 languages and many major religions coexisting. Some of India's most notable contributions are yoga, Ayurveda, the number zero, and being the birthplace of Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. India celebrates many festivals and has rich cultural traditions like classical dance, music, art, and architecture.
The culture of India is diverse, with many languages, dances, music, architectural styles, cuisines, and customs that vary widely by region. Some aspects of Indian culture, like yoga, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Indian cuisine, have had a profound global impact. India has over 400 living languages and cultural traditions are deeply influenced by regional climates and histories of empires and kingdoms across the subcontinent. Family, religion, and traditions like arranged marriage also play an important role in Indian society.
This document provides an overview of India, including brief sections on its history, geography, neighbours, religions, culture, ways of life, and symbols. It discusses India's ancient civilizations, periods under Mughal and British rule, and its path to independence. Key facts noted include India having the second largest population in the world, with over 20 official languages and religious diversity, notably Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist and Christian populations. The document also summarizes aspects of Indian culture like the caste system, importance of family and relationships, and role of religion in daily life.
This document provides an overview of communication styles and business etiquette in India. It discusses that India has many official languages and English is commonly used for business. It also outlines cultural aspects like hierarchy being important in relationships. Business etiquette tips include developing long-term relationships, being flexible with scheduling, exchanging business cards properly, and dressing conservatively. Communication includes speaking respectfully based on age and title. Decisions are made at the top of organizations and meetings can involve multi-tasking. Punctuality and following social norms are important for successful interactions in India.
Mrs. Suma Krishna was installed as the District Chairman for IW District 318 at Krishna's abode in Udupi. She is described as being creative, extroverted, and having a grandeur manner like a lion. She has held several leadership roles with the Inner Wheel Club of Mysore West since joining in 1991. Suma is married with children and owns family businesses. She was welcomed as the new District Chairman at the meeting.
The document provides an overview of culture, customs, and etiquette in India across multiple sections. It discusses the diverse languages, religions, and regional cultures in India. Some key points include the importance of hierarchy and family in social relationships, etiquette around greetings, gift-giving, and dining. Business etiquette focuses on building long-term relationships through respect and flexibility. Traditional clothing like the sari, dhoti, and salwar kameez are described along with the significance of titles and name conventions in India.
The document provides an overview of Indian culture, including its history, languages, religions, and business etiquette. It discusses the Indus Valley civilization as one of the earliest urban civilizations. It also outlines some key aspects of modern Indian culture such as the many languages spoken, religious diversity including Hinduism and Islam, greetings with namaste instead of handshakes, importance of hospitality in meetings, appropriate business dress, and giving gifts with cultural sensitivities.
This document provides an overview of the foundation of Indian culture, including its religious diversity and architectural history. It discusses the major religions practiced in India - Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism - and their beliefs, populations, and sects. It also describes some of the most important festivals celebrated in India across religions. Finally, it summarizes the evolution of architecture in India from ancient Indus Valley civilizations to modern British colonial influences.
India is located in South Asia between Pakistan, China, and Nepal. It has over 1 billion people and is the largest democracy in the world. India has a long history dating back 5,000 years and was home to ancient civilizations like the Indus Valley Civilization. It is very diverse with over 300 languages and many major religions coexisting. Some of India's most notable contributions are yoga, Ayurveda, the number zero, and being the birthplace of Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. India celebrates many festivals and has rich cultural traditions like classical dance, music, art, and architecture.
The culture of India is diverse, with many languages, dances, music, architectural styles, cuisines, and customs that vary widely by region. Some aspects of Indian culture, like yoga, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Indian cuisine, have had a profound global impact. India has over 400 living languages and cultural traditions are deeply influenced by regional climates and histories of empires and kingdoms across the subcontinent. Family, religion, and traditions like arranged marriage also play an important role in Indian society.
This document provides an overview of India, including brief sections on its history, geography, neighbours, religions, culture, ways of life, and symbols. It discusses India's ancient civilizations, periods under Mughal and British rule, and its path to independence. Key facts noted include India having the second largest population in the world, with over 20 official languages and religious diversity, notably Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist and Christian populations. The document also summarizes aspects of Indian culture like the caste system, importance of family and relationships, and role of religion in daily life.
The Republic of Indonesia is an archipelago nation made up of over 17,000 islands, with a population of over 238 million people. The capital and largest city is Jakarta, located on the island of Java. The most widely spoken language is Indonesian, although there are over 300 local languages spoken. Islam is the predominant religion. Business meetings focus more on relationship building than immediate deals, and maintaining harmony is very important culturally. Health risks for travelers include malaria, dengue fever, and food/water-borne illnesses; precautions like boiling water and peeling fruits are recommended.
India is the second most populous country located in South Asia. It has a diverse landscape and climate. The main religions practiced are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. India has a long tradition of arranged marriages and greetings involve folding hands together. Indian food varies widely by region but is known for its spice and use of rice, breads, lentils, and vegetables. The caste system was historically important to Indian society but is now illegal. Indian authors have made significant contributions to literature.
Doing Business in India is Complex . Building Relationships with your customers and understanding the finer cultural nuances of your customer will help you Win .
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India is located in South Asia. It has the second largest population in the world and is the largest democracy. India has significant cultural, religious, and linguistic diversity. Hinduism is the dominant religion but Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, and other faiths also have significant followings. The Indian economy has grown rapidly in recent decades but still faces challenges of poverty, unemployment, and infrastructure development.
Country - IndiaMeeting EtiquetteReligion, education and social c.pdfaparetail
Country - India
Meeting Etiquette
Religion, education and social class all influence greetings in India. You will have to greet the
elder first then the others according to their ages from the eldest to the youngest. While leaving
you have to bid farewell to everybody individually. Folding hands in humility is the way of
greetings and bidding farewell to people in India. Shaking hands is common in the cities where
people are more educated and accustomed to westerners. Men shake hands with men, and
women with women. But only if a women is extending her hand then only a men can shake her
hand.
Art of Gifting
Indians believe that giving gifts eases the transition into the next life. Gifts of cash are given to
friends and members of the extended family to celebrate life events such as birth, death and
marriage. It is not the value of the gift, but the sincerity with which it is given, that is important
to the recipient. If invited to an Indian\'s home for a meal, it is not necessary to bring a gift,
although one will not be turned down. Do not give frangipani or white flowers as they are used at
funerals. Yellow, green and red are lucky colors, so try to use them to wrap gifts. A gift from a
man should be said to come from both he and his wife/mother/sister or some other female
relative. Hindus should not be given gifts made of leather. Muslims should not be given gifts
made of pigskin or alcoholic products. Gifts are not opened when received.
Eating and Table Etiquette
Indians entertain in their homes, restaurants, private clubs, or other public venues, depending
upon the occasion and circumstances. Although Indians are not always punctual themselves, they
expect foreigners to arrive close to the appointed time. Take off your shoes before entering the
house. Dress modestly and conservatively. Politely turn down the first offer of tea, coffee, or
snacks. You will be asked again and again. Saying no to the first invitation is part of the
protocol. Much Indian food is eaten with the fingers. Wait to be told where to sit. If utensils are
used, they are generally a tablespoon and a fork. Guests are often served in a particular order: the
guest of honor is served first, followed by the men, and the children are served last. Women
typically serve the men and eat later. You may be asked to wash your hands before and after
sitting down to a meal. Always use your right hand to eat, whether you are using utensils or your
fingers. In some situations food may be put on your plate for you, while in other situations you
may be allowed to serve yourself from a communal bowl. Leaving a small amount of food on
your plate indicates that you are satisfied. Finishing all your food means that you are still hungry.
Meeting Etiquette
If you will be travelling to India from abroad, it is advisable to make appointments by letter, at
least one month and preferably two months in advance. It is a good idea to confirm your
appointment as they do get cancelled at short notice.
In Tanzania, handshakes are an important part of social etiquette and conversations often involve continued hand holding. The main language is Swahili and Tanzanians have a reputation for being friendly and polite. It is considered rude to pass items with your left hand, as that hand is typically used for toilet duties, so use your right hand instead when receiving objects.
India is a large and culturally diverse country with over 1 billion people. It has many official languages including Hindi and English. The main religions are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, and Sikhism. Business etiquette in India involves formal greetings, conservative dress, and an awareness of religious customs like vegetarianism. Effective communication requires building personal relationships, respecting hierarchies, and understanding indirect communication styles.
This document provides an overview of various aspects of Indian tradition and culture, including greetings, garlanding traditions, national symbols, demographics, languages, castes, attire, dining etiquette, family systems, and traditions surrounding names, affection, modesty, and visits between families and friends. It discusses the meanings behind the colors in the Indian flag and describes some national icons like the banyan tree, tiger, and peacock. It also outlines social norms and customs around interactions between men and women and behaviors in the home.
This document provides an overview of various aspects of Indian tradition and culture, including greetings, garlanding traditions, national symbols, demographics, languages, castes, attire, dining etiquette, family systems, and traditions surrounding names, affection, modesty, and visits between families and friends. It discusses the meanings behind the colors in the Indian flag and describes some national icons like the banyan tree, tiger, and peacock. It also notes traditions around respect for elders, serving guests, and gender roles/interactions in public.
This document provides an overview of various aspects of Indian tradition and culture, including greetings, garlanding traditions, national symbols, demographics, languages, castes, attire, dining etiquette, family systems, and traditions surrounding names, affection, modesty, and visits between families and friends. It discusses the meanings behind the colors in the Indian flag and describes some national icons like the banyan tree, tiger, and peacock. It also outlines social norms and customs around interactions between men and women and behaviors in the home.
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The document discusses key aspects of Indian culture, focusing on the Hindu religion. It describes Indian customs around relationships, greetings, clothing, food, and festivals like Diwali. Family is highly valued, elders are respected, and dress is modest and colorful. Food avoids beef and pork, using spices like turmeric and ginger. Major religions are Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and Christianity. Festivals incorporate lights, dance, and elaborate weddings. Understanding Indian culture is important for Ontario teachers given the local Indian population.
Indian culture is deeply influenced by religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism. It is also defined by traditions such as arranged marriages, colorful weddings involving many rituals and ceremonies, and festivals celebrating religious and harvest events. The culture varies widely by region and is characterized by diversity in languages, cuisines, and customs across India.
The document provides an overview of Bangladesh presented by a group project. It includes sections on the country's geography, nonverbal use of clothing (both formal and informal), rituals (verbal and nonverbal traditions), gender roles, and religion. The purpose is to inform viewers about key geographical, cultural, and religious aspects of Bangladesh.
This document provides an overview of Indian culture and values through a presentation. It discusses traditions such as the greeting of "namaste", the practice of garlanding important guests, and the symbolism of elements in the national flag. It also outlines key facts about India's population, states, and religious demographics. Several national symbols of India are defined, including the tree, flower, animal, bird, and fruit. Elements of traditional Indian attire, dining etiquette, and family systems are reviewed. The presentation concludes with descriptions of core values in ancient Indian philosophy like dharma, morality, and the eight-fold path.
This document provides an overview of Indian culture and values through a presentation. It discusses traditions such as the greeting of "namaste", the practice of garlanding important guests, and the symbolism of elements in the Indian flag. It also outlines key facts about India's population, states, and religious demographics. The presentation examines national symbols like the tree, flower, and animal. It explores aspects of Indian cuisine, attire, family systems, and values as expressed in ancient texts. Traditional values emphasized include non-violence, truthfulness, and duty.
India is the 7th largest country by area and the 2nd most populous country with over 1.23 billion people. New Delhi is the capital of India. Hinduism is the largest religion practiced by 80.5% of the population, while Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism, and other religions also have significant followings. India has a diverse culture with over 20 official languages and hundreds of living languages reflecting its ethnic and religious diversity.
This document provides an overview of Indian tradition and culture through a presentation by M. Hari Krishna. It discusses greetings like namaste, garlanding traditions, national symbols of India like the flag, tree, flower, animal and bird. It also summarizes key aspects of Indian society such as the population breakdown, castes, languages spoken, and dining and attire etiquette. Family systems are described including traditions around marriage and divorce. The document closes by thanking the audience.
Culture shock is defined as a person's reaction to entering a new and unpredictable environment where it is difficult to determine what information is important. This phenomenon will affect everyone to some degree when immersed in a new culture. Some cultural facts about Indian society include that Indians can be shy but friendly, speak English well, value collectivism over individualism, are patriotic and respect cultural norms, have flexible concepts of time, and a strong sense of hierarchy. Safety for women visitors requires common sense precautions.
Culture shock is defined as a person's reaction to entering a new and unpredictable environment where it is difficult to determine what information is important. This phenomenon will affect everyone to some degree when immersed in a new culture. Some cultural facts about Indian society include that Indians can seem shy but are friendly, speak English well, value collectivism over individualism, are patriotic and culturally sensitive, have flexible concepts of time, and a strong sense of hierarchy. Safety for women requires common sense and caution while acknowledging millions visit safely each year. Adaptation is key to appreciating aspects like crowds, disorganization, and spicy foods.
India has a diverse array of cultures that are reflected in its religions, cuisine, clothing, languages, performing arts, and visual arts. Some of the key aspects of Indian culture mentioned in the document include Hinduism being the largest religion practiced by 80% of Indians, the traditional importance of family and arranged marriages, regional Indian cuisines that vary based on ingredients, and the many languages spoken across its different states and regions such as Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali. Indian performing arts encompass diverse classical and folk dance forms that differ between states.
The Republic of Indonesia is an archipelago nation made up of over 17,000 islands, with a population of over 238 million people. The capital and largest city is Jakarta, located on the island of Java. The most widely spoken language is Indonesian, although there are over 300 local languages spoken. Islam is the predominant religion. Business meetings focus more on relationship building than immediate deals, and maintaining harmony is very important culturally. Health risks for travelers include malaria, dengue fever, and food/water-borne illnesses; precautions like boiling water and peeling fruits are recommended.
India is the second most populous country located in South Asia. It has a diverse landscape and climate. The main religions practiced are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. India has a long tradition of arranged marriages and greetings involve folding hands together. Indian food varies widely by region but is known for its spice and use of rice, breads, lentils, and vegetables. The caste system was historically important to Indian society but is now illegal. Indian authors have made significant contributions to literature.
Doing Business in India is Complex . Building Relationships with your customers and understanding the finer cultural nuances of your customer will help you Win .
SlideShare is an online slide hosting service that allows users to upload and share presentations privately or publicly. Uploaded slides can be viewed on the SlideShare website or embedded on other sites.
India is located in South Asia. It has the second largest population in the world and is the largest democracy. India has significant cultural, religious, and linguistic diversity. Hinduism is the dominant religion but Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, and other faiths also have significant followings. The Indian economy has grown rapidly in recent decades but still faces challenges of poverty, unemployment, and infrastructure development.
Country - IndiaMeeting EtiquetteReligion, education and social c.pdfaparetail
Country - India
Meeting Etiquette
Religion, education and social class all influence greetings in India. You will have to greet the
elder first then the others according to their ages from the eldest to the youngest. While leaving
you have to bid farewell to everybody individually. Folding hands in humility is the way of
greetings and bidding farewell to people in India. Shaking hands is common in the cities where
people are more educated and accustomed to westerners. Men shake hands with men, and
women with women. But only if a women is extending her hand then only a men can shake her
hand.
Art of Gifting
Indians believe that giving gifts eases the transition into the next life. Gifts of cash are given to
friends and members of the extended family to celebrate life events such as birth, death and
marriage. It is not the value of the gift, but the sincerity with which it is given, that is important
to the recipient. If invited to an Indian\'s home for a meal, it is not necessary to bring a gift,
although one will not be turned down. Do not give frangipani or white flowers as they are used at
funerals. Yellow, green and red are lucky colors, so try to use them to wrap gifts. A gift from a
man should be said to come from both he and his wife/mother/sister or some other female
relative. Hindus should not be given gifts made of leather. Muslims should not be given gifts
made of pigskin or alcoholic products. Gifts are not opened when received.
Eating and Table Etiquette
Indians entertain in their homes, restaurants, private clubs, or other public venues, depending
upon the occasion and circumstances. Although Indians are not always punctual themselves, they
expect foreigners to arrive close to the appointed time. Take off your shoes before entering the
house. Dress modestly and conservatively. Politely turn down the first offer of tea, coffee, or
snacks. You will be asked again and again. Saying no to the first invitation is part of the
protocol. Much Indian food is eaten with the fingers. Wait to be told where to sit. If utensils are
used, they are generally a tablespoon and a fork. Guests are often served in a particular order: the
guest of honor is served first, followed by the men, and the children are served last. Women
typically serve the men and eat later. You may be asked to wash your hands before and after
sitting down to a meal. Always use your right hand to eat, whether you are using utensils or your
fingers. In some situations food may be put on your plate for you, while in other situations you
may be allowed to serve yourself from a communal bowl. Leaving a small amount of food on
your plate indicates that you are satisfied. Finishing all your food means that you are still hungry.
Meeting Etiquette
If you will be travelling to India from abroad, it is advisable to make appointments by letter, at
least one month and preferably two months in advance. It is a good idea to confirm your
appointment as they do get cancelled at short notice.
In Tanzania, handshakes are an important part of social etiquette and conversations often involve continued hand holding. The main language is Swahili and Tanzanians have a reputation for being friendly and polite. It is considered rude to pass items with your left hand, as that hand is typically used for toilet duties, so use your right hand instead when receiving objects.
India is a large and culturally diverse country with over 1 billion people. It has many official languages including Hindi and English. The main religions are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, and Sikhism. Business etiquette in India involves formal greetings, conservative dress, and an awareness of religious customs like vegetarianism. Effective communication requires building personal relationships, respecting hierarchies, and understanding indirect communication styles.
This document provides an overview of various aspects of Indian tradition and culture, including greetings, garlanding traditions, national symbols, demographics, languages, castes, attire, dining etiquette, family systems, and traditions surrounding names, affection, modesty, and visits between families and friends. It discusses the meanings behind the colors in the Indian flag and describes some national icons like the banyan tree, tiger, and peacock. It also outlines social norms and customs around interactions between men and women and behaviors in the home.
This document provides an overview of various aspects of Indian tradition and culture, including greetings, garlanding traditions, national symbols, demographics, languages, castes, attire, dining etiquette, family systems, and traditions surrounding names, affection, modesty, and visits between families and friends. It discusses the meanings behind the colors in the Indian flag and describes some national icons like the banyan tree, tiger, and peacock. It also notes traditions around respect for elders, serving guests, and gender roles/interactions in public.
This document provides an overview of various aspects of Indian tradition and culture, including greetings, garlanding traditions, national symbols, demographics, languages, castes, attire, dining etiquette, family systems, and traditions surrounding names, affection, modesty, and visits between families and friends. It discusses the meanings behind the colors in the Indian flag and describes some national icons like the banyan tree, tiger, and peacock. It also outlines social norms and customs around interactions between men and women and behaviors in the home.
Presentation esl part 1 and tech part 1Candice Clark
The document discusses key aspects of Indian culture, focusing on the Hindu religion. It describes Indian customs around relationships, greetings, clothing, food, and festivals like Diwali. Family is highly valued, elders are respected, and dress is modest and colorful. Food avoids beef and pork, using spices like turmeric and ginger. Major religions are Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and Christianity. Festivals incorporate lights, dance, and elaborate weddings. Understanding Indian culture is important for Ontario teachers given the local Indian population.
Indian culture is deeply influenced by religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism. It is also defined by traditions such as arranged marriages, colorful weddings involving many rituals and ceremonies, and festivals celebrating religious and harvest events. The culture varies widely by region and is characterized by diversity in languages, cuisines, and customs across India.
The document provides an overview of Bangladesh presented by a group project. It includes sections on the country's geography, nonverbal use of clothing (both formal and informal), rituals (verbal and nonverbal traditions), gender roles, and religion. The purpose is to inform viewers about key geographical, cultural, and religious aspects of Bangladesh.
This document provides an overview of Indian culture and values through a presentation. It discusses traditions such as the greeting of "namaste", the practice of garlanding important guests, and the symbolism of elements in the national flag. It also outlines key facts about India's population, states, and religious demographics. Several national symbols of India are defined, including the tree, flower, animal, bird, and fruit. Elements of traditional Indian attire, dining etiquette, and family systems are reviewed. The presentation concludes with descriptions of core values in ancient Indian philosophy like dharma, morality, and the eight-fold path.
This document provides an overview of Indian culture and values through a presentation. It discusses traditions such as the greeting of "namaste", the practice of garlanding important guests, and the symbolism of elements in the Indian flag. It also outlines key facts about India's population, states, and religious demographics. The presentation examines national symbols like the tree, flower, and animal. It explores aspects of Indian cuisine, attire, family systems, and values as expressed in ancient texts. Traditional values emphasized include non-violence, truthfulness, and duty.
India is the 7th largest country by area and the 2nd most populous country with over 1.23 billion people. New Delhi is the capital of India. Hinduism is the largest religion practiced by 80.5% of the population, while Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism, and other religions also have significant followings. India has a diverse culture with over 20 official languages and hundreds of living languages reflecting its ethnic and religious diversity.
This document provides an overview of Indian tradition and culture through a presentation by M. Hari Krishna. It discusses greetings like namaste, garlanding traditions, national symbols of India like the flag, tree, flower, animal and bird. It also summarizes key aspects of Indian society such as the population breakdown, castes, languages spoken, and dining and attire etiquette. Family systems are described including traditions around marriage and divorce. The document closes by thanking the audience.
Culture shock is defined as a person's reaction to entering a new and unpredictable environment where it is difficult to determine what information is important. This phenomenon will affect everyone to some degree when immersed in a new culture. Some cultural facts about Indian society include that Indians can be shy but friendly, speak English well, value collectivism over individualism, are patriotic and respect cultural norms, have flexible concepts of time, and a strong sense of hierarchy. Safety for women visitors requires common sense precautions.
Culture shock is defined as a person's reaction to entering a new and unpredictable environment where it is difficult to determine what information is important. This phenomenon will affect everyone to some degree when immersed in a new culture. Some cultural facts about Indian society include that Indians can seem shy but are friendly, speak English well, value collectivism over individualism, are patriotic and culturally sensitive, have flexible concepts of time, and a strong sense of hierarchy. Safety for women requires common sense and caution while acknowledging millions visit safely each year. Adaptation is key to appreciating aspects like crowds, disorganization, and spicy foods.
India has a diverse array of cultures that are reflected in its religions, cuisine, clothing, languages, performing arts, and visual arts. Some of the key aspects of Indian culture mentioned in the document include Hinduism being the largest religion practiced by 80% of Indians, the traditional importance of family and arranged marriages, regional Indian cuisines that vary based on ingredients, and the many languages spoken across its different states and regions such as Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali. Indian performing arts encompass diverse classical and folk dance forms that differ between states.
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This is part 1 of my Java Learning Journey. This Contains Custom methods, classes, constructors, packages, multithreading , try- catch block, finally block and more.
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The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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2. Buddhism is a religion and
philosophy including a variety of
traditions, beliefs and
practices, largely based on
teachings attributed to Siddhartha
Gautama, commonly known as
the Buddha ("the awakened
one"). The Buddha lived and
taught in the eastern part of
Indian subcontinent sometime
between the 6th and 4th
centuries BC. The followers of
this doctrine called it Dharma.
The term “Buddhism” was coined
by Europeans in XIX century.
3. The Language
Situation
India is the most linguistically diverse country in the world. Its 28
states, demarcated primarily on a linguistic basis, speak 22 different
languages in over 1500 dialects.
The most widely spoken language is Hindi, although some southern
states reject it as the primary official language. As a result, English has
become the primary medium of communication across the country
especially between Hindi and non-Hindi speakers.
4. English is the second official
language of India. It is widely
spoken by educated people along
with Hindi. Usually in hotels and
restaurants your English can be
easily understood. In south
where the general level of
education is much higher than in
North there is another language
used as a medium of
communication: Tamil. That is
why southern well-educated class
should speak three languages:
native, Hindi and English. In
southern India people don’t
understand Hindi, so as a rule
they use English. English is the
only language comprehensible to
all Indians.
5. In local shops and tourist
hotspots vendors, taxi drivers,
and middlemen speak an
ungrammatical version of
English – often a word-for-word
translation from their native
tongue – in an accent that
varies according to their mother
tongue. Here you may hear
sentences like “You from which
place” . On the other hand, the
English used in official
documents is very polite,
ornate, and verbose – a
straggling remnant of India’s
British history.
6. Incredibl
e India
India is marvelous country, where on the
one territory one can observe different
cultures, various religious groups, such as
Hindus, Moslems, Christians, Sikhs, Jains,
and Buddhists. The key point of such a
peaceful coexistence is the respect and
tolerant attitude towards each other’ s
rites and traditions.
7. Caste system
The Indian caste system has been
in use for many years. Still today
the values of the caste system are
held strongly. It has kept a sense
of order, and peace among the
people. There are five different
levels of the system: Brahman,
Kshatriya, Vaishya, Shudra, and
Harijans. Within each of these
categories are the actual "castes"
or jatis within which people are
born, marry, and die. They all have
their own place among each other
and accept that it is the way to
keep society from disintegrating to
chaos. This system has worked
well for Indian people and still has
a major role in modern India.
8. At the moment in India there are about 1500
casts. These are absolutely different social types
of people, different education and life
circumstances. But according to the classical
division 4 main castes are distinguished.
The first and the highest caste is Brahmin (also
called Brahman).
This caste comprises priests, intellectuals,
highest teachers.
The next rank is the caste of Kshatriya.
These are soldiers and officials. Today
in India heads of big firms, military men
and civil servants are also included into
this caste.
9. Another caste is called Vaishya.
This is a very large layer of
merchants, businessmen, bankers,
and some craftsmen.
The last of classical 4 casts of India is
called Shudra.
It comprises defferent
laborers, workers, bus drivers, railway
personal.
10. Marriage
India is a country of wise traditions and
moral values.
In India in most cases a groom is
chosen by the parents of a bride.
They’re looking for an appropriate young
man very actively offering their terms.
The matter is that a bride has very good
dowry. Its size depends on a groom’s
status: his education, profession, salary
and appearance. If he works abroad it’s
a real treasure for a family.
Though dowry is illegal now,
it still exists. It guarantees
that a daughter will be
treated well in her new
family. Love-match
marriages are rather rare.
11. The parents of a groom decide if
they accept an offer or decline it.
Then they check the horoscopes
and show their children the photos
of a future wife or husband.
Further a short meeting is
organized when two young people
stay alone for 5-10 minutes and
have the following conversation:
- Do you like me?
- Yes. And you?
- Yes.
Before the wedding a young
couple can get in touch on the
phone or mail and meet at the
braid’s place in the presence of
her parents. In some modern
families they can even live
together.
12. It’s the family of a bride who pay for a wedding.
Generally, they’re very crowded. This fact proves why the
amount of women is lower than men. A lot of people can’t
afford to give born girls because they have to collect dowry all
their life.
There’s the system in India according to which a groom of a certain
profession has a certain cost. The most expensive ones are doctors
and attorneys, police officers are cheaper and rickshaws are the
cheapest.
13. Family
life
After wedding a bride becomes a
member of her husband’s family and
even after his death she continues
to live with his relatives.
For Indian woman her husband is
her God. Unfaithfulness just doesn’t
exist in Indian families. Divorce is
considered to be a serious sin and it
happens extremely rare. The
relationships between men and
women are built on mutual respect
and confidence. Wife and husband
take into consideration the wishes of
each other and do their best for
mutual happiness.
14. Children
In Indian families children are
grown up in very benevolent
atmosphere. The first words which
they hear from their parents teach
them to be kind towards
everything alive: Don’t blow a dog
or don’t crush an ant. When
children become older they are
taught to respect their parents and
grandparents, treat children kindly
and to be modest.
Since childhood little Indians
understand that they should love
nature, national traditions, their
motherland, religion and family.
They always feel love of their
parents, they live very peacefully
and know that their parents always
support and help them.
15. Indians are generally very
On a visit accepting people. If people show
a genuine interest in them, most
Indians will welcome them into
their fold without any
reservations. They are also
extremely hospitable and will
forgive most gaffes.
Indians are not very punctual,
nevertheless for guests it is
better to come in time. If a
business partner invited to his
house, a guest can take some
sweets as a gift. Indians put
flower garlands on special guests
as a token of respect.
People should take off shoes before entering the house. They should dress
modestly and conservatively. It’s polite to turn down the first offer of tea,
coffee, or snacks. They will ask again and again. Saying “no” to the first
invitation is part of the protocol.
16. In a Temple
People should take off their shoes
before entering a temple. In most cases
it’s forbidden to make pictures inside
temples so tourists need permission.
Generally, Indians treat people friendly
and sometimes allow them to visit
religious rituals. According to the
tradition, people should put some
money in a box for donations.
In most places men and women should
seat separately especially in temples.
It’s necessary to stick to this tradition.
In some temples priests can draw
people a red spot on their forehead or
wind a red thread around a wrist. It
serves as an amulet.
It’s considered impolite to seat with
stretched legs in temples, especially
towards a priest, an older person or a
sanctuary. It’s better not to put books on
the floor or near legs.
17. Indian values
The Indian attitude towards strangers can be ambiguous. In somebody’s eyes
they’re higher than an Indian man himself because Indian thinking is still a
little colonial. For such people a person is a respectable and moneyed
gentleman. At the same time a conservative Indian can despise them. He can
belong to a higher caste so he a priory considers a stranger belonging to the
lower one.
Sometimes it’s better to conceal some things in India.
For example, Indian people think
that every person should profess
any religion. So even if a person is
an atheist it’s better to become
religious for a short time.
It’s seems to Indian very strange
when tourists travel alone and
live in cheap hotels because they
think that all tourist are quite
reach. If man and woman aren’t
married it’s better to conceal this
fact because it’s considered
indecent.
18. Humor
Indian people don’t like laugh at
themselves because they take themselves
very seriously. Generally, they like rude
humor and can laugh at somebody’s
awkwardness. Only a few can understand
“black humor”. At the same time
foreigners consider Indian humor flat and
ungraceful.
19. Cloths and appearance
People in India should wear modestly. It’s forbidden to go into a temple
in shorts, short skirts and t-shirts. In a temple it’s necessary to wear
long dress and cover the head and shoulders.
Indian women braid their hairs or wear them in a bun. It’s considered
impolite to wear loose hair.
The most of married women have a red spot on the forehead (tikka),
wedding rings, and rings on their fingers and in noses, earrings and foot
bracelets. There’re special rules how to wear them so it’s necessary to
be very careful.
20. Gestu Indian mannerisms are very different from
those in the west. One motion that is hard
to decipher is the movement of the head
res to denote ‘yes’ or ‘no’. Some Indians shake
their head from side to side when they
mean ‘yes’ while some others move it up
and down to say ‘yes’ and sideways to say
‘no’. And then there is a third head
movement that is hard to describe. It is
between a nod and a shake, and involves
moving the head in a kind of a semi-
circular motion. It means ‘yes’ too but can
baffle someone who is not aware of its
existence. Another sometimes perplexing
practice is plain silence, which could be
used to mean either ‘yes’ or ‘no’. Often
keen observation of the body language is
necessary to throw light on a person’s true
reactions.
21. A common way to greet people, especially women, is by folding
your palms together and saying the word ‘Namaste’ softly. This is
not to say that the handshake is not used. It is in fact a common
mode of greeting between men, and also women in professional
circles.
The equivalent of Mr. and Mrs. in India is Sri and Srimathi
respectively. It is common to be addressed as Sri John or Srimathi
Emily, although ‘Mr. and Mrs.’ is also universally used.
22. Namaste
Namaste, also said as Namaskar by the natives, is a
traditional Indian style of greeting or parting phrase as well as
a gesture.
If you use it, Indians will surely appreciate it.
24. Cultural tips
The right hand is valued more in India than the left. It is considered inauspicious to
accept anything with the left hand, especially cash and important documents. Most
Indians eat food with the fingers of their right hand. Using a spoon is relatively
common if you are eating off a plate, but if you are eating off a plantain leaf, like in
some traditional households or at weddings, make sure you use only your right and
never your left hand.
It is impolite to point one’s finger at an object, whistle and wink.
25. The head is considered the seat of the
soul. People should never touch
someone else’s head, not even pat the
hair of a child.
It’s forbidden to point a feet at a
person. Feet are considered unclean.
If shoes or feet touch another
person, it’s necessary to apologize.
Beckoning someone with the palm up
and wagging one finger can be
explained as in insult. Indians beckon
somebody with the palm down.
Standing with hands on hips will be
interpreted as an angry, aggressive
posture.
26. Conversation
Indians are very curious by nature. A complete stranger can ask plenty of
questions from what a person is doing in India to what his wife’s parents do for
a living. At the same time, most of them also offer too much information where
little will suffice.
It’s common in India. The
influences of Hinduism and
the tradition of the caste
system have created a
culture that emphasizes
established hierarchical
relationships. All given
information help them to
determine person’s social
status.
It means that Indian culture
is a high context one.
27. Just Can't Say No
Indians do not like to express 'no,' be it verbally
or non- verbally. Rather than disappoint
people, for example, by saying something isn't
available, Indians will offer them the response
that they think they want to hear. This behavior
should not be considered dishonest. An Indian
would be considered terribly rude if he did not
attempt to give a person what had been asked.
Since they do not like to give negative
answers, Indians may give an affirmative answer
but be deliberately vague about any specific
details.
For example, if a person asks “Does this road lead to a temple?” the
answer will be “yes” without any variants. It’s necessary to make up a
question in a proper way, for example “How can I get to a temple?” They
don’t like to say “I don’t know” and they show the road with confidence
even if they haven’t got the slightest idea where is it.
28. Topics for
conversation
In conversation it’s better to avoid political themes and specific Indian problems
such as poverty, dowry or suttee in order not to arise confusion. Themes which
are forbidden in Western countries (illnesses or death) are discussed in India
more openly. Sex and homosexuality are forbidden for discussion either.
29. Behavior in public
In India it’s indecent to display feelings in public, for example hugs and kisses. Man
and women shouldn’t walk holding each other’s hands. It’s allowed only for wife
and husband and only in case when they’re alone.
Speaking with Indians people should try to control themselves and don’t lose their
temper. Otherwise, they just stop communicating.
If a person doesn’t understand something he should ask his interlocutor slowly
and softly to repeat.
Any form of private behavior in public is considered an insult. Sometimes it’s very
strange to see Indian men hugging or holding each other’s hands. Nevertheless,
it’s forbidden for men and women to behave like this.
30. Gift Giving Etiquette
. Indians believe that giving gifts eases the transition into the next life.
. Gifts of cash are given to friends and members to celebrate life events
such as birth, death and marriage.
. It is not the value of the gift, but the sincerity with which it is given.
. If invited to an Indian's home for a meal, it is not necessary to bring a
gift.
. Do not give frangipani or white flowers
as they are used at funerals.
. Yellow, green and red are lucky colours,
so try to use them to wrap gifts.
. A gift from a man should be said to
come from both he and his
wife/mother/sister or some other female
relative.
. Hindus should not be given gifts made
of leather.
. Gifts are not opened when received.
31. Sacred animals
Another exotic trait of India is a great number of cows in the streets of cities
and villages. It is well known that cow is a sacred animal and it is allowed to
roam the streets, cross the roads and do whatever they want. They are pretty
used to the traffic and the rhythm of the city, but it is better not to touch them
and be very careful. Because a murder of cows and beef consumption is
considered to be a grievous sin and can lead to prosecution and even life
sentence.
Monkeys are also worshiped by Indians, they live in special temples dedicated to
them.
32. Quiz
What caste follows the highest one – Brahmin?
a) Shudra
b) Vaishnya
c) Kshatriya
What colour is used at funerals?
a) white
b) yellow
c) black
What topics are allowed in India?
a) poverty
b) homosexuality
c) death
33. Sour
ces
India – Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/india-country-
profile.html
Culture of India http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_India
Indian Culture http://www.culturalindia.net/
Indian Mirror http://www.indianmirror.com/
Indian Culture http://library.thinkquest.org/11372/data/culture.htm