A recent tweet has sparked a huge debate on public etiquette and civic sense in India. The tweet, which was shared by user @Ravi3pathi, shows a picture from inside a train. The picture shows a woman lying comfortably on the seats with her feet on the front armrest. The woman’s face is hidden in the picture, but her behavior is generally considered unacceptable in public spaces.
The post was captioned, “Lack of basic civic sense in India is neither a regional issue nor a class issue,” which further fueled discussions on the issue.
Post goes viral
The post quickly went viral and has been viewed over 8,94,000 times. The post sparked a wave of reactions, with some users criticizing the woman’s behavior while others opposed it and presented different viewpoints, sparking debate. While some users called the woman’s behaviour rude and unruly, others saw it in a much broader context.
Satire on civic etiquette
In contrast, another user pointed a finger at the citizens of India, writing, “This is why Indians are looked down upon in every other country. Behaviour and hygiene in public places is very poor in India.” Another user wrote, “Even if you buy a ticket, you don’t ‘own’ the seat. What you say just shows poor upbringing and lack of civic sense and social etiquette. Treating public places as your private lounge is just bad manners.” Another user objected, saying, “It’s everywhere, not just in India. Indians are the largest race, ethnicity and nationality in the world.” He meant that this problem is not limited to India, but such public behavior is seen all over the world.
Criticisms of behavior in India
Many users commented on the issue, saying that bad behavior in public places has become a way of life in India. Some users linked it to the Indian mindset and suggested that reform is needed so that people can follow public etiquette. This post is not just about one woman’s behavior, but it highlights a larger social and cultural issue. This debate about behavior in public places, civic courtesy, and personal responsibility once again underlines the need for reform in our society. While some consider it a common issue, others consider it a serious lack of public etiquette, which further increases the need for change.
