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Do you believe it? According to the mainstream view, Indo-Aryan speakers ultimately originated from the Eurasian Steppe, migrated into the Indian subcontinent, and brought the early Vedic tradition with them. Personally, I have a hard time believing this theory. I'm curious to hear what evidence convinced you one way or the other.

Is it just me, or has the misogyny gotten worse? The resentment toward women, the fear of false accusations, and, of course, the endless comments about "gold diggers," "body count," "modern women are the problem," and how feminism has supposedly ruined society. It feels like these attitudes have become much more mainstream, even among educated people. Has anyone else noticed this, or am I imagining it?

P.S. This isn't me generalizing. There are countless progressive people and men who genuinely support gender equality and treat women with respect. I'm talking about a trend I've been noticing online and in some public discussions, not claiming that all men think this way.

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Why are Hazaras discriminated against in Afghanistan? Is it because they are descendants of Mongol and Turkic rulers, or because of their facial features? How much of their përsecution is driven by ethnicity and appearance, and how much is due to religious or historical factors? I'd be interested in understanding the main reasons behind this discrimination.

Why are Hazaras discriminated against in Afghanistan? Is it because they are descendants of Mongol and Turkic rulers, or because of their facial features? How much of their përsecution is driven by ethnicity and appearance, and how much is due to religious or historical factors? I'd be interested in understanding the main reasons behind this discrimination.

Are American-born Desis uniquely like this? British-born Desis are generally okay in my experience, but if you look at people like Padma Lakshmi and Hasan Minhaj, they often seem to have a habit of throwing us under the bus. They also seem quick to jump on white liberal trends and talking points, publicly criticize or distance themselves from their parents' generation, and repeat negative stereotypes about Indians,like saying Indians smell or are cheap,while rarely, in my view, calling out racism or racist attacks against Indians. Has anyone else noticed this, or is it just my perception?

India’s main subs are irrationally pessimistic and moderated to maintain that

We are very well aware of the challenges faced by India - there are many, and the complexity of the nation, perhaps makes it one of the hardest to govern and fix globally. Ofcourse, doesn’t help that our politics has mostly been myopic

However, I’m so tired of the stupidly pessimistic posts on the major subs

Folks are straight up saying the country hasn’t improved at all? They clearly don’t see stats or observe what’s happening

Many directly compare India to the US? At independence we were bankrupt, with a life expectancy of 32, and literacy of 12%.

*We have come very far*

These posts are saddening because they indicate people aren’t well read (not even read, I’d say), and living in their tiny bubbles. Hate saying this but reading those highlights many are just kids glued to their phones viz a window curating a perfect “life abroad” showcase and have 0 semblance of reality.

The mods also keep the toxicity and one sided convos going. All the best to our ambitions to grow and improve if the next generation can only curse the nation and not acknowledge reality and the positives.

I’m not a nationalist and open to criticism. But, this insane context less anti India tirade is more detrimental than any geopolitics out there.

What's the most L-wing opinion about Indian history that you disagree with? Mine would be that Indian rulers were worse than foreign rulers and invaders. What would be yours?

Why is Northeast India so different from the rest of India in terms of culture, language, religion, appearance, and history? I know Sikkim is technically Nepali-majority, but what about the other Northeastern states? How did they come to have such distinct ethnic identities?

How can I educate myself about nutrition? I already have some basic knowledge, but I'd like to learn a lot more. Can you recommend some easy-to-understand, evidence-based nutrition books, YouTube channels, or other educational resources? I'm looking for reliable information that will help me build a solid understanding of nutrition and separate myths from scientific facts.

What's the dumbest and most unhinged thing you've ever heard a self-hater say? In your experience, what comment made you think, "Wow, that's completely messed up"?

Is there any rajma recipe that's better than Punjabi-style rajma? At home, we usually make and eat Punjabi-style rajma.

I'd love to try a different regional variation if it's worth it. Which style has the best flavor, in your opinion.

Is there any reason why suck-up Indians or American born Desis love to claim that Indians are overwhelmingly anti-Black? I keep seeing comments like, "Indians are anti-Black," "India is full of colorism," and blah blah blah.

Also, Indians who are racist toward Black people are usually racist toward everyone-they're not specifically anti-Black. So why do some Indians keep pushing the narrative that Indians are uniquely anti-Black?

Is it true that the salwar kameez came from Afghanistan? What about henna? Were these traditions inspired by invaders? What other aspects of Indian culture have origins outside the subcontinent?

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This is going to sound like a victim complex, but hear me out.

Indians were expelled from Uganda, and many left Kenya during the 1960s and 1970s amid turmoil times.

Ethnic Chinese in Indonesia faced persecution and discrimination, while those in Malaysia have long lived under policies favoring the majority.

And, of course, Js in Europe faced centuries of discrimination.

Different countries and cultures, but the pattern is hard to ignore: successful minority communities often become convenient scapegoats during times of crisis.

This is going to sound shallow, and maybe it is, but some Indians seriously need to put more effort into their appearance and fitness. Yes, work-life balance is awful and everyone has responsibilities, but that only explains so much.

It's shocking how many people go out looking completely unkempt, and some even travel or move abroad without putting in the most basic effort to look presentable. I'm not talking about expensive clothes or chasing beauty standards. Basic grooming, clean/decent clothes, decent skincare, and staying reasonably fit should be the bare minimum. Like it or not, how you present yourself shapes first impressions and reflects self-respect.

It doesn't matter whether India is progressing or going through a crisis. People shouldn't be racist regardless. A country doesn't have to be rich or developed for its people to deserve respect and basic human dignity. How wealthy or successful a nation is should never determine whether its people are treated with dignity. Racism isn't justified by a country's economic status or its problems.

Thanks for coming to my TED Talk.

Do you think it's possible to reverse the long-term health effects that repeated famines had on India? Unlike countries such as Ireland, Vietnam and Russia, which experienced a smaller number of major famines, India endured repeated famines over centuries, especially during the colonial period.

Could generations of malnutrition and famine have had lasting effects on the population's overall health, growth, and disease risk? If so, can those effects be reversed over time through better nutrition, healthcare, and living conditions over several generations?

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https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZkwAkCxxcu/?igsh=aTRqdjlxNXpseXJ6

Temu Julia Roberts, with a "scientific" explanation, why there has been an uptick in racism toward us.

Thoughts on this, temu Julia Roberts has a lot to intellectualise and downplay discrimination her own parents and her fellow Indians faced. American born desis please comment.