Originally Posted by nupe10123

Obviously, if a judge/legal system and masses of people are burning things due to this gesture, then there must be some widespread issue with it. I'm sure he didn't try do anything wrong per his mind/culture, but obvioulsy he wasn't mindful of theirs.

American society has loosened up a lot in the last several years in terms of what's on TV, rated 'R' movies and is currently going through more significant issues like same sex marriage or domestic partners (which will eventually become legal - imo). I hear Americans say things like 'when will it stop' with these types of issues or even PC statements. So, if in India they are trying to stop 'it' before it goes any further - as tame as it may seem - I can understand some trying to hold onto their moral fiber before it get's out of hand.

Where does it stop? I don't know, but if they don't speak out now, then this is where it will start.

Originally Posted by vinuneuro

India is undergoing a VERY major cultural change, one that's causing inter-generational conflict. One can liken it to changes the western world underwent during the 1960s. The difference is the rate at which things are moving along in my homeland. The notable elements of this are: attire, pda, pre-marital intercourse, etc. Believe it or not, all this has really come about noticeably, only in the last 5-7 years...directly related to the ongoing ecnomic changes in India.

That being said, nupe did a good job of putting my thoughts on the subject into words. It's a cultural difference, nothing more. Nothing will come of these charges..bureaucracy will ensure that.

Last time I checked, India is democratic. These people are exercising their rights, and I'm glad they're able to whether I agree with their views or not.

Originally Posted by WagnerX5

...there is n Indian channel?