Do's
Don'ts
Culture
Business Culture
Cultural Dimensions
100
Business deals are hardly ever done in one city so do expect...
to travel
100
If you say you want something finished in one week don't...
expect it to be finished on time
100
What kind of colors do Indians traditionally wear?
bright colors
100
Most business in India is done in the ______ language
English
100
Unlike France, India scored low for the Individualism dimension. This means that they are more...
collectivistic
200
Something you accept if offered
food and drink
200
If you want someone to come to you don't...
gesture to come with your open hand
200
What are the two major religions in India?
Buddhism and Hinduism
200
Always show respect for...
a superior or authority figure
200
For the masculinity dimension, Indians value achievement and success. French people tend to value the opposite which is...
the quality of life
300
Even if something makes you angry during a business meeting, you must...
remain polite and composed
300
When buying a gift don't...
buy anything large or expensive
300
How many castes were there originally?
Four
300
A high work position might be hard for an Indian woman because...
Men hold a higher place in society
300
Both France and India scored ______ in the Power distance dimension
High
400
If you are a CEO expect to be treated...
equally
400
Because Indians start their day late don't...
plan a business meeting early in the morning
400
The lowest class (Untouchables) is separated from...
the rest of society
400
Business relationships take a while to form because...
they are seen as long lasting
400
In the uncertainty avoidance dimension, the French usually lead structured lives. Indians do the opposite which means they are open to...
sudden changes
500
Make sure you plan your trips around...
religious holidays
500
If a woman is in the room don't...
shake her hand first/ initiate the greeting
500
Because of the Hindu belief of rebirth, the culture respects what?
Hierarchy
500
Name a holiday an Indian employee would take off work for
Republic Day, Independence Day, Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday, or Diwali
500
For the Indulgence dimension, India scored low which means they have what kind of tendencies?
pessimistic and fatalistic
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