| Indian culture has
many dimensions and is shaped by many elements: its
rich history, religious diversity, foreign rule influences
and population size. India has been on a steady path
of economic growth for the last several years due to
its technology boom and the entry of many foreign companies
interested in offshore outsourcing in India. It is important
to understand the Indian mindset in order to successfully
live and work in India.
Many foreign companies “setting
up shop” in India will require their personnel
who are being posted here in India to understand and
adapt to the Indian culture. Although an international
assignment is exciting, it can also be a challenging
one. It will be necessary to adapt relatively quickly
to a new set of cultural rules, different social attitudes,
varied communication styles and differing views about
time management. Failure to understand a culture’s
norms may lead to misunderstanding and frustration while
trying to adapt to a new country.
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