Indian Culture: What You Need to Know About the Indian Way of Life

Indian culture has a rich history and is deeply rooted in tradition. It is comprised of a wide range of art, languages, and customs, both rural and urban. The Indian way of life varies significantly between different regions and socioeconomic groups because India is so vast. This blog post will go over some of the basics of Indian culture and what you need to know about living in India.


The Basics of Indian Culture
By understanding the basics, you'll be able to work with Indians in a more respectful and effective way.

Indian culture is very diverse and varies by region. There are many different regions within India that have their own culture, languages, religions, laws, customs, and values. The best way to understand Indian culture is to live there for an extended period of time. This blog post will highlight some of the major differences between rural and urban India and what you need to know about living in India.


The Different Regions of India
India is a country with many different regions. Depending on which region you're in, the culture will be different. The culture can differ between rural and urban areas as well as between low and high income groups.


What You Need to Know about Living in India
While you may be familiar with many of the customs and traditions in Indian culture, there are many other aspects of this culture that are less known. This blog post will provide you with some basics about the Indian way of life.

-Each region has its own dialects -If you want to work in India, it’s important to learn Hindi -Indian culture is comprised of a range of art and languages -There are different types of foods and clothes depending on your region


Indians and the English Language
English is a common language in India. However, there are many people who speak Indian languages. This is because India was colonized by the English and they still have a significant influence on the country. English is widely used in schools, business, banking, and government and military affairs.


Religion and Customs Within Indian Culture
India is a diverse country with countless religions and customs. Religion is an essential part of Indian culture--80% of Indians are Hindu, 13% are Muslim, 2% are Christian, 1% are Sikh and the remaining 4% follow a variety of religions. The majority of Hindus in India live in rural areas while Muslims tend to live in urban areas.

There are two major Hindu festivals: Diwali and Holi. Diwali is a five-day festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil with light, food, gifts, flowers and fireworks. It typically occurs in October or November and symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Holi is an event that celebrates the triumph of good over evil and commemorates the death of Krishna's enemy by throwing colored powder and water at each other during a large street party. These two holidays have become very popular throughout India because they are celebrated everywhere by people of all religions in one way or another. There are various other festivals celebrated throughout Indian culture: Ganesh Chaturthi, Durga Puja, Maha Shivaratri and more.

Indian culture also has many customs that can be difficult for outsiders to comprehend or appreciate. For example, it would be seen as rude to refuse food being offered by someone else no matter what your reason may be--even if you don't want it because you think it might be unclean or poisoned! If you eat something without first taking some for your elders or superiors


Conclusion
Understanding a foreign culture and way of life is never easy. Whether it's learning a different language, adjusting to different food and customs, or understanding a way of life that is so different from your own, it can be daunting.

But once you take the leap and learn more about India and the Indian way of life, you will find yourself feeling more at home in your new surroundings and even looking forward to the day when you can share your knowledge with others.