Languages in SingaporeLanguages in Singapore

The four official languages.The four official languages.

English , Malay , Chinese ( Mandarin) and Tamil.English , Malay , Chinese ( Mandarin) and Tamil.

Other languagesOther languages , ,

Chinese languages Chinese languages

Indian languagesIndian languages

Customs $ EtiquettesCustoms $ Etiquettesin Indiain India

India is a country with "Unity in Diversity". This diverseness in culture makes India a unique. India is a country with "Unity in Diversity". This diverseness in culture makes India a unique. Birth ceremony Birth ceremony   

Soon after the birth of a child, a ceremony for naming the child takes placeSoon after the birth of a child, a ceremony for naming the child takes place Traditional WelcomeTraditional Welcome  

Indians believe in the phrase "Atithi Devo Bhava", meaning a guest is the reflection of God . Indians believe in the phrase "Atithi Devo Bhava", meaning a guest is the reflection of God . Wedding CeremonyWedding Ceremony  

Weddings are conducted in India with great fanfare, following various customs and rituals. Weddings are conducted in India with great fanfare, following various customs and rituals. Namaskar/NamasteNamaskar/Namaste  

The most popular form of greeting, especially the elders The most popular form of greeting, especially the elders Lighting Lamp/DivaLighting Lamp/Diva  

In almost every Indian household, a lamp/diva is lighted before the altar of God in the In almost every Indian household, a lamp/diva is lighted before the altar of God in the morning . morning .

Prostrating Before Parents and EldersProstrating Before Parents and Elders  Indians prostrate before their parents, elders and teachers by touching their feetIndians prostrate before their parents, elders and teachers by touching their feet

Death Ceremony, Aarti , Tilak ,Garlanding, Death Ceremony, Aarti , Tilak ,Garlanding,

Joint family systemJoint family system

BUSINESS EtiquetteBUSINESS Etiquette

AppearanceAppearanceFirst impressions are important.  Men are usually expected to wear a suit First impressions are important.  Men are usually expected to wear a suit and tie for business. Women are expected to dress conservatively, with and tie for business. Women are expected to dress conservatively, with practical dresses and pantsuits. practical dresses and pantsuits.

MannersMannersBelief in certain religious ideas often dictates how Indians conduct Belief in certain religious ideas often dictates how Indians conduct themselves both personally and professionally.themselves both personally and professionally.

  it is considered insulting to call someone over by gesturing with the palm it is considered insulting to call someone over by gesturing with the palm up and a finger wagging. up and a finger wagging.

Standing upright with hands on the hips is also considered to be an angry Standing upright with hands on the hips is also considered to be an angry or aggressive posture and Whistling.or aggressive posture and Whistling.

CommunicationCommunication: English is used as their primary means of : English is used as their primary means of communication when doing business.  communication when doing business. 

word "no" for example, can be a very harsh word for the local people.word "no" for example, can be a very harsh word for the local people. titles are important in India so titles are important in India so

Customs $ EtiquettesCustoms $ Etiquettesin Singaporein Singapore

To always present the business card with both hands and not have To always present the business card with both hands and not have the card in black, which is an inauspicious color for the Chinese the card in black, which is an inauspicious color for the Chinese people.people.  

The custom in Singapore The custom in Singapore  not to adapt to handshakes as not to adapt to handshakes as greetings, but other forms such as bowing, salaaming, saluting greetings, but other forms such as bowing, salaaming, saluting etc.etc.

Another custom is that the people here enter barefoot inside Another custom is that the people here enter barefoot inside their homes and shoes are removed outside as a sign of respect.their homes and shoes are removed outside as a sign of respect.

Many otherMany other customs customs that vary from religion to religion. that vary from religion to religion. The title or family name should be used ,While making The title or family name should be used ,While making

introductions and during formal meetings.introductions and during formal meetings. The Chinese people use their family names first which is followed The Chinese people use their family names first which is followed

by the personal names.by the personal names. The Malays do not use the family names while Indians use the The Malays do not use the family names while Indians use the

personal names first followed by the family name.personal names first followed by the family name. Like the Western society, the Singaporeans do not generally use Like the Western society, the Singaporeans do not generally use

physical contact while greeting someone SUCH AS hugging etc.physical contact while greeting someone SUCH AS hugging etc.

Some other etiquette :Some other etiquette : - Singaporeans consider head to be the home of the soul and thus - Singaporeans consider head to be the home of the soul and thus

head should not be touched.head should not be touched.- One shall never touch anything with their feet and while sitting - One shall never touch anything with their feet and while sitting cross-legged the sole of the foot shouldn't be pointed at.cross-legged the sole of the foot shouldn't be pointed at.- One should be aware of the local laws and fines that are there in - One should be aware of the local laws and fines that are there in Singapore for spitting, littering etc.Singapore for spitting, littering etc.

Entertainment Entertainment in Indiain India

The biggest industries grossing revenues beyond human capabilities to The biggest industries grossing revenues beyond human capabilities to count. count.

Sources of entertainment in any country depend upon the tradition, culture Sources of entertainment in any country depend upon the tradition, culture and the resources available .and the resources available .

Modes of Entertainment in India:Modes of Entertainment in India:

MUSICMUSIC

CINEMACINEMA

PUBS ,BARS AND CLUBPUBS ,BARS AND CLUB

OUTDOOR PARTIESOUTDOOR PARTIES

CULTURAL PERFORMANCESCULTURAL PERFORMANCES

Entertainment Entertainment in Singaporein Singapore

Entertainment is not all about party but on the other hand the colorful Entertainment is not all about party but on the other hand the colorful festivals and performances and events throughout the year.festivals and performances and events throughout the year.

The arts scene is diverse and one can find the influence of Malay culture, The arts scene is diverse and one can find the influence of Malay culture, the heritage of Chinese and Indian migrants. the heritage of Chinese and Indian migrants.

There are  several concert halls and theaters that are spread across the There are  several concert halls and theaters that are spread across the city.city.

Victoria Concert and Memorial Hall organizes colorful cultural programs.Victoria Concert and Memorial Hall organizes colorful cultural programs.     National Art Council organizes concerts performed by local artists at parks National Art Council organizes concerts performed by local artists at parks

and gardens. and gardens. Nightclubs, bars and pubs are other places of entertainment in Singapore. Nightclubs, bars and pubs are other places of entertainment in Singapore.

cinemas that are spread throughout the city- state , offer Hollywood cinemas that are spread throughout the city- state , offer Hollywood

blockbusters.blockbusters.

Festivals in IndiaFestivals in India JanuaryJanuary: : 

Makar Sankranti/ Pongal ,Republic Day Makar Sankranti/ Pongal ,Republic Day  February- MarchFebruary- March: : 

Vasant Panchami ,Maha Shivaratri , Jamshed-i ,Mahavir Jayanti ,Ram Navami.Vasant Panchami ,Maha Shivaratri , Jamshed-i ,Mahavir Jayanti ,Ram Navami. Holi This is one of the most exuberant and colorful of all festivals.Holi This is one of the most exuberant and colorful of all festivals. AprilApril::

Easter and Good Friday ,Baisakhi ,Id-ul-Fitr or Ramazan Id Easter and Good Friday ,Baisakhi ,Id-ul-Fitr or Ramazan Id  May - JuneMay - June::

Buddha Purnimaa Buddha Purnimaa  JulyJuly::

Festival of Chariot Lord Jagannath's ,Naga Panchami.Festival of Chariot Lord Jagannath's ,Naga Panchami. AugustAugust::

Raksha Bandhan ,Independence Day .Raksha Bandhan ,Independence Day . SeptemberSeptember: : 

Janamashtami ,Id-ul-Zuha or Bakrid ,Onam Onam ,Ganesh Chaturthi ,Ladakh FestivalJanamashtami ,Id-ul-Zuha or Bakrid ,Onam Onam ,Ganesh Chaturthi ,Ladakh Festival SeptemberSeptember  - October:- October:

Navaratri/Dussehra/Durga Pooja.,Diwali or Deepawali ,Gandhi Jayanthi: Gurpurab: Navaratri/Dussehra/Durga Pooja.,Diwali or Deepawali ,Gandhi Jayanthi: Gurpurab: NovemberNovember::

Govardhan Pooja ,Guru Nanak Jayanthi Govardhan Pooja ,Guru Nanak Jayanthi  DecemberDecember: : 

ChristmasChristmas     

Festival in SingaporeFestival in Singapore January- FebruaryJanuary- February

The Chinese community celebrates the lunar New Year. The Chinese community celebrates the lunar New Year. MarchMarch

The devotees celebrate Good Friday and Easter with great The devotees celebrate Good Friday and Easter with great fervor.fervor.

AprilAprilDuring the Quing Ming festival Chinese visit the tombs of their During the Quing Ming festival Chinese visit the tombs of their ancestors. This would be a time to clean and repair them. ancestors. This would be a time to clean and repair them. During the Singapore Food Festival hawkers and the During the Singapore Food Festival hawkers and the restaurants come up with their best.restaurants come up with their best.

May - JuneMay - JuneThe great Singapore sale is a time when the merchants bring The great Singapore sale is a time when the merchants bring down the prices as they encouraged by the government. The down the prices as they encouraged by the government. The Dragon Boat Races Festival in the honor of late Chu Yuan and Dragon Boat Races Festival in the honor of late Chu Yuan and this festival in Singapore in celebrated on the 5th day of the this festival in Singapore in celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month.5th lunar month.

July- AugustJuly- AugustSingapore National Day on 9th August military and the civilian Singapore National Day on 9th August military and the civilian processions take place and in the evening fireworks is the processions take place and in the evening fireworks is the chief attraction.chief attraction.

September- OctoberSeptember- OctoberFestival of the Hungary Ghosts the souls of the dead are Festival of the Hungary Ghosts the souls of the dead are released for one day to feast and also a time for the living to released for one day to feast and also a time for the living to celebrate. Deepavali, the festival of lights makes the Little celebrate. Deepavali, the festival of lights makes the Little India full of colors and no better time to visit Little India. India full of colors and no better time to visit Little India. Navaratri is a Hindu festival and is celebrated for nine days.Navaratri is a Hindu festival and is celebrated for nine days.

November - DecemberNovember - DecemberOrchard Road is loaded with lots of gifts for the visitors as the Orchard Road is loaded with lots of gifts for the visitors as the city gets busy celebrate Christmas.city gets busy celebrate Christmas.

Transport in IndiaTransport in India AIRWAYS: Indian Airlines is the national carrier and its network covers a large AIRWAYS: Indian Airlines is the national carrier and its network covers a large

number of places in the countrynumber of places in the country . . Many private airlines have also come up . Many private airlines have also come up . RAILWAYS :categorized region wise into Northern Railways, Eastern Railways, RAILWAYS :categorized region wise into Northern Railways, Eastern Railways,

Southern Railways, Western RailwaysSouthern Railways, Western Railways the cheapest mode of travel, as well as some of the most expensivethe cheapest mode of travel, as well as some of the most expensive ROADWAYS:Many small, out-of-the-way places are accessible only ROADWAYS:Many small, out-of-the-way places are accessible only

by road. by road.

WATERWAYSWATERWAYS :Lakshadweep and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are :Lakshadweep and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are

accessible by ferry by air from the mainland, accessible by ferry by air from the mainland,

Transport in SingaporeTransport in Singapore Traveling in Singapore is both easy and economical. Traveling in Singapore is both easy and economical. public transportation network, which offers taxis, buses, and the modern public transportation network, which offers taxis, buses, and the modern

Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system. Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system. modern Changi International Airport is vast, efficient, and organized. modern Changi International Airport is vast, efficient, and organized. banking and money-changing facilities, a post office, credit card phones, banking and money-changing facilities, a post office, credit card phones,

free phones for local calls, Internet facilities, free hotel reservation free phones for local calls, Internet facilities, free hotel reservation counters, luggage facilities, restaurants, day rooms, fitness centers.counters, luggage facilities, restaurants, day rooms, fitness centers.

over 15,000 air-conditioned taxis, which provide comfortable, hassle-free over 15,000 air-conditioned taxis, which provide comfortable, hassle-free traveling at reasonable costs. traveling at reasonable costs.

Clean, punctual, and air-conditioned, Singapore's MRT subway system is a Clean, punctual, and air-conditioned, Singapore's MRT subway system is a hallmark of efficiencyhallmark of efficiency

bus network is extremely frequent and comprehensive.bus network is extremely frequent and comprehensive. Visitors rarely have to wait more than a few minutes Visitors rarely have to wait more than a few minutes

ConclusionConclusion Classes and Castes. Classes and Castes. There are wide income and wealth differences, but the There are wide income and wealth differences, but the

country is more differentiated by ethnicity than by class.country is more differentiated by ethnicity than by class. Singaporeans refer to their desire for the "C's": car, condominium, credit card, Singaporeans refer to their desire for the "C's": car, condominium, credit card,

club membership, and career. These are important symbols of wealth and club membership, and career. These are important symbols of wealth and status regardless of ethnicity .status regardless of ethnicity .

most striking features of the landscape are the high-rise buildings.most striking features of the landscape are the high-rise buildings. Singapore is one of the first countries in Asia to have the best of all Singapore is one of the first countries in Asia to have the best of all

international brands, accessories and cosmetics.international brands, accessories and cosmetics. Education is kingEducation is king - High emphasis on education (some complain that the  - High emphasis on education (some complain that the

children are worked too hard) and University education is common - business children are worked too hard) and University education is common - business is the preferred curriculum; many study overseas. is the preferred curriculum; many study overseas. 

Hectic lifestyleHectic lifestyle - The streets are busy late into the evening with people  - The streets are busy late into the evening with people going to work early, talking on cell phones on the move, and eating out.  going to work early, talking on cell phones on the move, and eating out.  Reminiscent of New York City.Reminiscent of New York City.

OrderlyOrderly - People may push you aside to get ahead, but they respect queues  - People may push you aside to get ahead, but they respect queues and laws - a very safe place to visit.and laws - a very safe place to visit.

Plan, plan, planPlan, plan, plan - The government plans far in advance of their needs.  For  - The government plans far in advance of their needs.  For example they example they

DIFFERENCES IN DIFFERENCES IN LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE

OF INDIA AND SINGAPOREOF INDIA AND SINGAPORE

BY:BY:KANIKA SINGLAKANIKA SINGLA

Religion in IndiaReligion in India India is the birth place of four of the world’s major religious India is the birth place of four of the world’s major religious

traditions namely, HINDUISM , JAINISM , BUDDHISM and SIKHISMtraditions namely, HINDUISM , JAINISM , BUDDHISM and SIKHISM Throughout its history , religion has been an important part of Throughout its history , religion has been an important part of

countries culture.countries culture. Religious diversity is established in the country by Law and Religious diversity is established in the country by Law and

Custom. A vast majority of Indians associate themselves with a Custom. A vast majority of Indians associate themselves with a religion.religion.

Food of IndiaFood of India

Indian food is as diverse as its culture, its religions, geography, climatic conditions Indian food is as diverse as its culture, its religions, geography, climatic conditions and traditions.and traditions.

Food is also an important part of Indian festivals and traditions Food is also an important part of Indian festivals and traditions Range of CuisineRange of Cuisine:: NORTHRN IndiaNORTHRN India

The 'Roti' or 'Chappatis' or 'Parathas' (unleavened bread fried on a griddle) The 'Roti' or 'Chappatis' or 'Parathas' (unleavened bread fried on a griddle) accompanied with a wide assortment of "curries", Punjabi food is a lively mixture of accompanied with a wide assortment of "curries", Punjabi food is a lively mixture of varied spices, with a tempting aroma. varied spices, with a tempting aroma.

Western IndiaWestern India: The original cuisine of western India is principally vegetarian.: The original cuisine of western India is principally vegetarian. Marwari community from RajasthanMarwari community from Rajasthan dishes like alloo bhajis , karhi , dal batti which are polished off with rice and pooris dishes like alloo bhajis , karhi , dal batti which are polished off with rice and pooris Eastern India:Eastern India: close to the sea and gets plenty of rain. Hence rice and fish are close to the sea and gets plenty of rain. Hence rice and fish are

staple all over here. eastern cuisine (Bengali) is their delicate sweets , based on milk, staple all over here. eastern cuisine (Bengali) is their delicate sweets , based on milk, curd and chena.curd and chena.

Southern India:Southern India:Rice is served, with idli ,dosa.Rice is served, with idli ,dosa. HERBS AND SPICES:chilli, garlic,HERBS AND SPICES:chilli, garlic,

Ginger,basilGinger,basil

Food of SingaporeFood of Singapore The Cuisine in Singapore The Cuisine in Singapore is itself one of the major attractions that make is itself one of the major attractions that make

Singapore a favorite tourist hub . Singapore a favorite tourist hub . Ranging from the traditional rice noodle soup to hamburgers and American Ranging from the traditional rice noodle soup to hamburgers and American

beefsteak, Singapore provides the best of multicultural cuisine.beefsteak, Singapore provides the best of multicultural cuisine.   The indigenous Singapore cuisine has heavy Malay, British, Chinese and The indigenous Singapore cuisine has heavy Malay, British, Chinese and

Indian flavors. Due to the long history of immigration in Singapore, Indian Indian flavors. Due to the long history of immigration in Singapore, Indian cuisine such as Tandoori, Dosai and Appam, Chinese cuisine like fishball cuisine such as Tandoori, Dosai and Appam, Chinese cuisine like fishball noodles as well as traditional Malay cuisine like The Laksa, Satay, and noodles as well as traditional Malay cuisine like The Laksa, Satay, and Goreng Pisang have all integrated themselves into the cuisine of Goreng Pisang have all integrated themselves into the cuisine of Singapore. Singapore.

Religion of SingaporeReligion of Singapore Mainly the Chinese, The Malaya, Indians and Muslims living together in Mainly the Chinese, The Malaya, Indians and Muslims living together in

Singapore that makes it a multi religious country.Singapore that makes it a multi religious country. The Chinese population in Singapore follows Buddhism, Taoism, The Chinese population in Singapore follows Buddhism, Taoism,

Confucianism and Christianity. Confucianism and Christianity. The Muslim religion The Muslim religion in Singapore is also dominant as most of the Malays in Singapore is also dominant as most of the Malays

(15% of the population) are Muslims. (15% of the population) are Muslims. The Indians who constitute only 7% of the total Singaporeans follow The Indians who constitute only 7% of the total Singaporeans follow

Hinduism.Hinduism. About 14% of the population in Singapore who consider themselves to be About 14% of the population in Singapore who consider themselves to be

'Free thinkers' do not belong to any religion in Singapore.'Free thinkers' do not belong to any religion in Singapore. Other Other religions in Singapore religions in Singapore constitute the Jews, the Sikhs, the constitute the Jews, the Sikhs, the

Zoroastrians and the Jains. Zoroastrians and the Jains.

Culture, Attitude $BeliefsCulture, Attitude $Beliefsin Indiain India

Education in IndiaEducation in India

Primary educationPrimary education Secondary educationSecondary education Higher educationHigher education

Education in SingaporeEducation in Singapore Children start school at age six.Children start school at age six. There is a range of private and public nurseries, kindergartens, and play There is a range of private and public nurseries, kindergartens, and play

schools.schools. Children spend six years in primary school and four years in secondary Children spend six years in primary school and four years in secondary

school and then go on to a vocational school or university, depending on school and then go on to a vocational school or university, depending on their grades (a sure way to higher education in Singapore) or money (a their grades (a sure way to higher education in Singapore) or money (a university education abroad). university education abroad).

Education is well balanced.Education is well balanced.

Sports in IndiaSports in India IndiaIndia includes cricket, chess, badminton, field hockey, tennis, association  includes cricket, chess, badminton, field hockey, tennis, association

football and golf. football and golf.  Field Hockey is the national sport in India .Field Hockey is the national sport in India . Cricket is the most popular sport in India. Cricket is the most popular sport in India. India is home to several traditional sports which originated in the country India is home to several traditional sports which originated in the country

and continue to remain fairly popular. These include kabbadi, kho and continue to remain fairly popular. These include kabbadi, kho kho, pehlwani and gilli-danda. kho, pehlwani and gilli-danda.

The British rule brought many popular sports in India The British rule brought many popular sports in India including football, rugby including football, rugby union, cricket, golf, tennis, squash, hockey, boxing, snooker and billiards union, cricket, golf, tennis, squash, hockey, boxing, snooker and billiards

Sports in SingaporeSports in Singapore Popular sports include Popular sports include footballfootball, , cricketcricket, , rugby unionrugby union, , 

swimmingswimming , ,badmintonbadminton, , basketballbasketball, cycling and table tennis . , cycling and table tennis . Living on an island surrounded by the ocean,Living on an island surrounded by the ocean,

the people also enjoy many water activities the people also enjoy many water activities 

including sailing, kayaking and waterskiing including sailing, kayaking and waterskiing Association football is arguably the most Association football is arguably the most

popular spectator sport.popular spectator sport. professional football league professional football league

Music $ DanceMusic $ Dance in India in India

The dance heritage is atleast 5000 yrs old.The dance heritage is atleast 5000 yrs old. Dance is form of art and body is form of communication.Dance is form of art and body is form of communication. NATARAJA, the dancing LORD SHIVA, is supreme manifestation of Indian NATARAJA, the dancing LORD SHIVA, is supreme manifestation of Indian

dance.dance. Dance forms are: Classical dance( kathak,kathakali,Bharatnatyam), folk dance Dance forms are: Classical dance( kathak,kathakali,Bharatnatyam), folk dance

(kummi,Bhangra,Ghommer)(kummi,Bhangra,Ghommer)

Music $ Dance Music $ Dance in Singaporein Singapore

The music in Singapore The music in Singapore has followed an evolving trend and has followed an evolving trend and is essentially urban in nature, pre dominated by the genre of is essentially urban in nature, pre dominated by the genre of rock and pop music. rock and pop music.

Some of the legendary rock bands in Singapore are 'The Some of the legendary rock bands in Singapore are 'The Quests', the 'Thunderbirds' and the 'October Cheries'. Quests', the 'Thunderbirds' and the 'October Cheries'. 

The Folk Music of Singapore The Folk Music of Singapore comprises of the Chinese, comprises of the Chinese, Malay and Tamil sounds.Malay and Tamil sounds.

One important contribution to the rich music in Singapore has One important contribution to the rich music in Singapore has been made by the National day Songs that were composed as been made by the National day Songs that were composed as a part of the nation building efforts of Singapore. Popular a part of the nation building efforts of Singapore. Popular numbers include "stand Up For Singapore', 'Count on Me numbers include "stand Up For Singapore', 'Count on Me Singapore', 'We are Singapore' etc.Singapore', 'We are Singapore' etc.

TThe dance in Singapore he dance in Singapore has relatively a short history and it has relatively a short history and it comprises of both conventional and contemporary forms. The comprises of both conventional and contemporary forms. The most important contemporary dance company in Singapore is most important contemporary dance company in Singapore is the ECNAD Project while the NAFA offers a full time course on the ECNAD Project while the NAFA offers a full time course on contemporary contemporary dance in Singaporedance in Singapore. The Singapore Dance . The Singapore Dance Theatre dance Company is well known ballet company in Theatre dance Company is well known ballet company in Singapore while the dance Arts is a popular school of dance in Singapore while the dance Arts is a popular school of dance in Singapore.Singapore.

Lifestyle includes:Lifestyle includes:

PeoplePeople Culture , attitude $ beliefsCulture , attitude $ beliefs Customs $ EtiquetteCustoms $ Etiquette LanguagesLanguages EntertainmentEntertainment Music $ danceMusic $ dance SportsSports FoodFood FestivalsFestivals Religion $ TraditionsReligion $ Traditions TransportTransport EducationEducation IncomeIncome Quality of lifeQuality of life HousingHousing

Languages in IndiaLanguages in India

EnglishEnglish enjoys associate enjoys associate status butstatus but The most important language for national, political and The most important language for national, political and

commercial communication is commercial communication is Hindi Hindi the national language and the national language and primary tongue of 30% of the people primary tongue of 30% of the people

Bengali, Telugu ,Marathi ,Tamil ,Urdu, Gujarati, Malayalam , Bengali, Telugu ,Marathi ,Tamil ,Urdu, Gujarati, Malayalam , Kannada, Oriya, Punjabi ,Kashmiri ,Sindhi ,Sanskrit (a popular Kannada, Oriya, Punjabi ,Kashmiri ,Sindhi ,Sanskrit (a popular variant of hindi/urdu spoken widely throughout northern India).variant of hindi/urdu spoken widely throughout northern India).

NOTE- 24 languages each spoken by a million or more persons.NOTE- 24 languages each spoken by a million or more persons.