|
Feature |
Indian |
Western |
Japanese |
| 1. Decision- making | Based on true understanding of the self and others
– intuitive wisdom – EQ & SQ. |
Based on logical and rational analysis of data – IQ. | Basedon group brain-storming and arriving at a consensus. |
| 2. Respect | For all beings, and particularly for elders. | For self and others based on merit. | For seniority. |
| 3. Goal | Self-development with the goal of good for all. | Result-oriented, achieving targets is the ultimate goal. | Holistic approach with focus on group effort at effective use of resources. |
| 4. Destiny | Belief in Law of Karma – no control on individual’s desetiny. | Individuals can create destiny and are solely responsible for themselves. “I am captain of my fate. I am Master of my Soul.” | Group efforts can help co-create destiny.
“Many hands make light work.” |
| 5. Values |
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A Note on comparison between India, Western & Japanese Cultures
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