Are you planning to do an internship in India? If you're looking for a displacement, you won't be disappointed! Indeed, the South Asian country is certainly one of the most displaced countries in the world for a Westerner! It must also be remembered that our customs and our ways of life are not the same in India. Also, it will be necessary to adapt and avoid certain errors that could hinder your integration on-site. Here is a little guide that will help you adapt to Indian customs! Grab last minute flight deals to india and save big on your travel trip to india.
The mistakes commonly made by a Frenchman not to do during your internship in India
Wearing too gaudy clothes is perceived as a provocation. Know that even if you consider that your clothes are not provocative, India is still a very conservative country and showing too much skin is poorly seen. It will therefore be necessary to cover his legs and shoulders as much as possible. Women will never have to leave their bra straps gaudy and men should not let their underwear protrude from their trousers. However, I nuancerai my remarks by telling you that in very tourist places such as the Taj Mahal, clothing can be less strict with regard to the number of tourists. On the other hand, if you walk in the middle of a traditional market or a small alley, you will have to be careful to respect these dress codes.
The children who give alms in the streets are real heartbreakers. Even if you are well housed on your side, it must not be forgotten that India is a poor country and many live in the slums and do not eat to their hunger. On the other hand, foreigners become real targets and if you start giving a few children, you will soon see yourself surrounded by a crowd of children begging for your generosity. The best way to help them is to give associations or volunteering in an NGO.
Internship in India India is a different country at all levels. Indian gastronomy may be a total discovery for you. Certainly we have in our supermarkets in France the possibility to buy Indian specialties but you have to know that these recipes are adapted to the taste of Westerners. Also, the dishes in India are often much more spiced and for some it will be necessary to have a little time to adapt. Despite this, you should not be afraid to test new specialties! When a person invites you home, she probably spent some time cooking and it would be rude to refuse to taste her food! Don't worry, your taste buds will quickly get used to the Indian flavors that you will most certainly miss when you return to France!
If you go to a restaurant, borrow a public transport or use any other service, it is not well perceived not to leave a tip! If it is not automatic in France, the prices are so low in India that a small supplement of 50 C or $1 will not be much for you but would represent a lot for Indian workers! They are also very grateful and will thank you with the most beautiful smiles!
Most of the time the Indians use their hand to eat. Also, you only have to use your right hand! Moreover, the left hand being considered impure in the majority of the country, you would quickly attract the wrath of the mistress of House by committing the mistake of eating the wrong hand!
