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Post Report of the Day

New Delhi, India

Are there problems with ethnic, race/racial minorities or religious prejudices? Gender equality?

Religious, no. Gender, yes. Women are lower on the totem pole in accordance with Indian tradition but my mom and I haven't had any negative experiences. Also according to Indian tradition and the caste system,...

How would you describe the availability and cost of groceries and household supplies relative to your home country?

If you shop where the locals shop it's very cheap. My mom bought 3 bags full of fresh produce, for roughly US$3. If you go to a chain grocery store and buy western brands, it's...