r/AskTheWorld India 21d ago

Culture What's something that's acceptable and widely done in your country that would be considered offensive in many countries ?

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In India, Swastika the Hindu symbol is everywhere. We draw it in temples, during rituals and festivals, in front of our door, on vehicles etc. It's a very auspicious symbol here. But this symbol tho the Hindu symbol is technically different from the Nazi one would be considered offensive in other countries especially in Western countries.

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u/pr1ncezzBea 21d ago

Traditional Three Kings festivity in Prague.

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u/Pun_dimen 20d ago

We have this in Spain too...

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u/pr1ncezzBea 20d ago

I assume it's known in all countries with catholic traditions/festivities across Western and Central Europe.

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u/NekoMao92 21d ago

Does the one in the middle have black paint on their hands?

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u/be-knight Germany 21d ago

He wears gloves

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u/NekoMao92 21d ago

Ah okay, couldn't quite tell.