【Inclusive Community | Decoding Indian cultural etiquette 🔑】 At social gatherings, while ‘handshakes’ are common, in India, ‘feet’ can convey greetings too.🦶🏻The Charan Sparsh feet-touching ritual is a unique way to show respect towards seniors. The ritual involves bending down to touch the senior's feet with the right hand and then one’s head. This act symbolises humility and respect, as their head has come into contact with the elder's feet. Another cultural note to remember is to avoid casually touching the heads of Indian children, as it is considered a sacred link to the deities and should not be disrespected. 📣 By understanding and respecting these Indian etiquette codes, you will find your interactions with Indian friends more comfortable and natural! Stay connected with us at 賽馬會友趣學中文 C-for-Chinese at JC for valuable resources and tips on supporting non-Chinese speaking children in learning Chinese.

【Inclusive Community | Decoding Indian cultural etiquette 🔑】 At social gatherings, while ‘handshakes’ are common, in India, ‘feet’ can convey greetings too.🦶🏻The Charan Sparsh feet-touching ritual is a unique way to show respect towards seniors. The ritual involves bending down to touch the senior's feet with the right hand and then one’s head. This act symbolises humility and respect, as their head has come into contact with the elder's feet. Another cultural note to remember is to avoid casually touching the heads of Indian children, as it is considered a sacred link to the deities and should not be disrespected. 📣 By understanding and respecting these Indian etiquette codes, you will find your interactions with Indian friends more comfortable and natural! Stay connected with us at 賽馬會友趣學中文 C-for-Chinese at JC for valuable resources and tips on supporting non-Chinese speaking children in learning Chinese.