Appearance and Attire
What should men wear to a meeting?
Lightweight suit
Is hugging an acceptable way to greet someone in India?
No
What is host etiquette when out at a resturant?
Pay bill and urge more food be ordered.
Who should be the first people you greet at a meeting?
The Elders
When is it not appropriate to open a present that was given to you?
Infront of the gifter
Are ties mandatory while wearing a suit?
No unless its Banking or Law
What gestures should be done in private?
Hugging, kissing, and even holding hands
Are buisness dinners used to talk about buisness. What happens during one?
No they are not. They are used to connect with them on a personal level.
Is it appropriate to buy, drink, or sell alchohol at a meeting?
If the host partakes in any of them then it is allowed
What are common things to bring to a meet up?
Flowers and Chocolates
What is traditional Indian clothing like?
Simple and Untailored
What is an interesting way you greet relatives and friends?
Touching their feet
Do women have business dinners?
Yes. Very Often
When meeting a doctor, what should you address them by?
Doctor________
What are acceptable presents to be given out during a meeting?
Small souvenirs or food because anything bigger will seem like bribery
What pants/bottoms is it appropriate to wear as a woman to a meeting?
Suit pants.
How is it looked upon as touching someone of the opposite gender.
Looked down on
Where would you sit at a table?
Where the host assigns you
What would you say if you dont agree with something?
EXAMPLES - "Yes but it would be hard" or "Yes maybe." Anything but no
How should you grab a gift being given to you?
With your right hand or both at the same time because the left hand is seen unclean.
What is traditional Indian clothing referred to as?
Saree (also Sari or Shari)
How do elders greet others?
Gently touching the palms of the other person
Is it ok to have food left on your plate?
No
How do you take and handle a business card?
Take it with your right hand and handle it gently
Are men allowed to give jewelry out to people as a present?
No. Only women can gift jewelry to other women