5. Bhagwa or the saffron colour denotes
renunciation or disinterestedness
The white in the centre is light, the
path of truth to guide our conduct.
The green shows our relation to (the)
soil, our relation to the plant life here.
the wheel denotes motion
1947
24. • Time is an elastic concept in India!
• Do not take it personally if you have to wait.
• Indians expect from Germans always on time - and should
never be disappointed.
29. Never express direct criticism.
Pack the word "no" with benevolent.
Decline of civility
If you are invited to an Indian home, you should take off your
shoes.
If you are the host: Make sure that most Indians are
vegetarians.
Respect of religion
31. Do not talk about politics with Indians. India is involved in
several conflicts.
Ask any Indian not by his caste (community).
Never lose patience: Indians condemn rudeness.
Nose not brush out loud.
Not eat with your left hand.
Do not start eating without the host has prompted.