Customs & Etiquette Of India (Simple Guides Customs & Etiquette)

A comprehensive ready-reckoner to the customs and etiquette of the world's largest democracy of over one billion people.The Simple Guides ensure that you will not arrive in your host country ignorant of common courtesies, basic manners and culturally-sensitive taboos.Contents: Land & People (including history and people); India's Religions (including Hinduism, the Castes, Islam , Sikkhism and Buddhism); Customs & Ritual (including important festivals); The Home (including social relations, greetings, presents and taboo subjects); City Life (including everyday life, Indian dancing and Indian cinema); Food & Drink; Business; Travelling in India; The Language; Facts about India; Index