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Never be out late alone.Indians are conservative when it comes to dressing.
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Never dress skimpy especially in the evenings. May attract eve teasers or may get mistaken for an invite to
socialize.
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Say “No” where you have to. Small Niceties sometimes are mistaken for a tacit
approval.
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Never keep luggage open or things spread around in your room and leave.
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Never get too friendly or too personal with anyone. It may be
misunderstood.
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Tipping is always optional and at your discretion. Never get coerced into giving one.
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Never purchase anything expensive without making it sure that its authentic.
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Never get coerced into making a purchase by your driver, any agents hanging around or any individual you are not familiar
with.
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Avoid
astrologers, face readers, tantrics or anyone sporting to be a spiritual
/ religious Guru.
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Never use credit card at small seedy shops /
restaurants.
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Never fully trust a stranger trying to offer help even at Airports.
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Always make reservations with a reliable travel agent before you start a trip. Only those who are used to India may just set about on a journey without prior reservations. Even for them never do that during holiday season (Deewali, Christmas).
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In case of any theft / crime or offensive behaviour, report directly to the local police or tourist police.
