Avoid swearing or crude humor, as it can be easily offensive. Remove shoes before entering a home or temple. Don't step over someone sitting on the floor. Social Ask about someone's occupation rather than caste.
: Multi-generational living is a long-standing tradition where parents, children, and extended relatives share a household, typically led by the eldest male member.
: The most common greeting is Namaste (or Namaskar), performed by joining palms together.
For those traveling or moving to India, detailed advice on etiquette and local norms can be found through resources like the Cultural Atlas or the Embassy of India's custom guide.
