How safe it for a female to solo travel to Mahakumbh??? Hi.. I'm 29F and planning to visit Mahakumbh 2025.. Heard that is is not that safe but still wanted to take a "reddit opinion" as I really want to go there. Would be great help if I can get honest advices and maybe, itineraries... Thankyou :) 1 0 replies
Why Jiju-saali and bhabhi- devar relationship is sexualized by so many people? Is 'sexualized' the proper word here i dont know but you get my point. What caused this association? 5 0 replies
Is there any particular Indian street food that you genuinely don’t understand why it's so popular but can’t help eating anyway? Is there any particular Indian street food that you genuinely don’t understand why it's so popular but can’t help eating anyway? 2 0 replies
Why Winston Churchill is regarded as hero even though he was solely responsible for ki*ling millions Heading says all. But I want to understand why this Winston Churchill is not considered as villain similar to Adolf Hitler. Winston Churchill was responsible for causing famine in Bengal which killed millions of people. 1 0 replies
Why do Indian people look very beautiful? I have observed that we Indian people have very beautiful features. Nice eyes and black hair. Also face looks very friendly. Do you also have made same observation? 2 0 replies
What are the ex gifts you are still holding onto? What are the ex gifts you are still holding onto? 5 3 replies
What are some of the most unexpected ways in which someone made you feel Special ? What are some of the most unexpected ways in which someone made you feel Special ? 1 6 replies
For Indians who want to work abroad, are Gulf countries the easiest option? For Indians who want to work abroad, are Gulf countries the easiest option? 4 3 replies
What is something that, no matter how simply put, you still cannot understand? What is something that, no matter how simply put, you still cannot understand? 4 11 replies
Why did my family get weird I asked them about the Kumbh Mela? ABCD here. I was on the phone with my family and someone made a joke about the Kumbh mela. I then asked them what happens at the Kumbh mela and it got super awkward, and they all wanted to change the subject asap. Is there something wrong with the Kumbh mela or could there be a more personal reason for the reaction I got? My family is Hindu and Buddhist btw. 5 5 replies
Why is India so uniquely lacking in civic sense? Other developing countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and parts of Latin America also have generational trauma from colonialism and poverty, but on average, they seem to be much better at following laws, taking care of their surroundings, and being respectful towards others. What element of Indian culture and/or history cultivates this lack of civic sense that isn't found in countries in similar positions? 4 11 replies
Boss got sent to prison for a poaching charge as a canadian tourist, wondering what his options are. Briefly put, im canadian and my boss (there as a canadian tourist) was sent to prison and it's now been about 2 months since. He was clueless and apparently went on a hunting trip, and killed a baby salt water crocodile in the process since he did not know it was an endangered specie (despite having a least concern endangered statute so go figure). We've had to deal with guards trying to scam us by pretending to release in exchange of money and very little communication. His father is... 5 6 replies
How to stop wanting someone who doesn't want u ? I'm f20 and I'm kinda obsessed with a guy who sees me just as a friend!! How can I get over this feeling? It's affecting my mental health adversely! 5 20 replies
Is Hero Worship holding India back? I’ve been thinking a lot lately, everywhere I see hero worshipping, fan armies and what not. We’re 1.4+ billion people. We should have 1.4 billion+ independent thought processes, yet we often fall into the herd mentality, trapped by the culture of hero worship. Can India truly become great if we continue to indulge in hero worship? What if we lived in a society where politicians, actors, influencers, sportsperson, and leaders etc weren’t protected by blind adoration? Instead, they would have to justify their actions and decisions, through their own... 4 6 replies
Why do relationships NERF people so bad? In case you don't know what NERF is; it's an internet term (formerly a gaming term) when the power of a weapon or character is reduced drastically in an update. It has been co-opted to describe real life situations as well. So to describe the situation, I have a friend who moved in with his wife. He is a graphic designer and he was a super interesting and chill guy (he still but not to the extent that he used to be). He used to hang his own made... 1 6 replies
Does looks matter for female or the post she's on? Does being fair & attractive get you more attention? I have faced this sm being a brown skinned female myself. For instance, I (20F) got selected as Girls Representative and two joint GRs were also selected who are fair & pretty. So when during meeting, another section heads, both men women keep eye contact with them & not me even tho I'm the main GR. They only look at me if I say something otherwise while they are talking they don't even make eye contact with me. Ig its... 1 20 replies
People of India, I would love to know your thoughts on the psychology of government service aspirants, whether it be IAS, or some entry-level government job. Why to waste your 5 or 6 years preparing for a exam of which you have no surety of even qualifying I don't mean to demean anyone but isn't the age til 25 is the most productive age of human life. So why spend them on the rat-race of government service. Why not something else? I would love to know the views of government service aspirants. Sorry if you have felt bad 1 9 replies
Where can I go and stay alone in india? I have about 6L savings, i just need a peaceful place, wifi and cheap food(i can cook for myself). Open to moving anywhere, i need a place to move for 1 year or 2 years. 3 20 replies
How many of you have decided to not get married and why ? How many of you have decided to not get married and why ? 4 20 replies