What is the custom in India?

About 83% of India's residents believe in Hinduism, and some people believe in Islam, Christianity and Buddhism.

Indians shake hands when they meet, but men bow slightly when they meet women. Men should try to avoid contact with women, and should not talk to women alone in public.

When inviting Indians to participate in social activities, they should also invite their wives. Indians attach importance to the concept of time, and should try to be punctual when dating. When entertaining guests, Indians believe that the expenses should be paid by the rich.

Indians like to talk about cultural achievements, Indian traditions, foreign affairs and foreigners' lives, and are afraid to talk about religious contradictions, relations with Pakistan, wages and gender relations.

Hindus regard cows as "sacred beasts" and respect them as gods. They are only allowed to drink milk and are not allowed to slaughter and eat beef. So cows can roam freely everywhere, sacred and inviolable. In some cities and villages in India, old cows and sick cows abound.

6. When visiting temples in India, don't wear things made of cowhide, such as leather shoes and belt watches, and don't bring cow products to temples from handbags, otherwise it will be regarded as a violation of the ban. Be sure to take off your shoes before entering the temple or kitchen.

7. Indians have a light and smooth diet. They like Indian pancakes and curry rice, chicken, duck, fish and shrimp, tomatoes, onions, potatoes, cabbage and spinach, especially potatoes, as well as black tea, coffee and cold water.

8. Most Indians eat on plates. Indians think that their left hand is dirty, and they are not allowed to use it except to go to the toilet. 60% Indians are vegetarians, so you should know each other's customs before entertaining Indians.

9. In India, when welcoming distinguished guests, the host will present a wreath and put it around the neck of the guests. The bigger the wreath, the more distinguished the guests.