Lets start with Names
Does your name have any special meaning?
Sample Answer: My name is Indroop. According to Hindu mythology, my name means an Avatar of Lord Inder.
How would you choose names for your next generation?
Sample Answer: I would choose names for my next generation based on their meanings and cultural significance. I would also consider family traditions and personal preferences.
Do you have any special traditions for naming babies in your culture?
Sample Answer: In my culture, there are traditional rituals and customs for naming babies. For example, traditionally, people used to take the first letter for the name from the holy book, and then the elder people used to suggest a name beginning with that letter.
Are there any differences between how Indians name their children now and in the past?
Sample Answer: I think nowadays, people don’t follow many rituals and traditions, and names are kept without following any rules.
Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?
Sample Answer: No, I am the only one in my family with this name. I think my parents wanted to keep a unique name for me and so they kept it Indroop.
Are there any names that are more popular than others in India?
Sample Answer: India is a large and diverse country. Different regions have different names. For example, in Punjab, names like Gagan and Jaspreet are very common.
Lets start with Mirrors
Do you often look in the mirror?
Sample Answer: Yes, I often look in the mirror to check my appearance before going out.
Do you often buy mirrors?
Sample Answer: No, I don't often buy mirrors. I only buy them when I need to replace an old one or when I move to a new place.
Do you like mirrors?
Sample Answer: Yes, I like mirrors as they are useful for checking my appearance and can also be used as decorative items.
Do you think mirrors are necessary?
Sample Answer: Yes, I think mirrors are necessary as they are useful for checking one's appearance and can also be used as decorative items.
Do you think mirrors are suitable as gifts?
Sample Answer: Yes, I think mirrors can be suitable as gifts as they are useful and can also be used as decorative items.
Lets start with Music
Do you often (like to) listen to music?
Sample Answer: Yes, I often listen to music. I like listening to film songs and Punjabi folk songs.
What kind of music do you like?
Sample Answer: I like listening to film songs, Punjabi folk songs, and sometimes pop music.
Do you like to sing or play any musical instruments?
Sample Answer: No, I don't sing or play any musical instruments.
Do you think music is important?
Sample Answer: Yes, music is important as it can have a positive impact on mental health and can be a source of entertainment and relaxation.
What kind of music is popular in your country?
Sample Answer: In my country, Bollywood music is very popular, along with regional music like Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu music.
Do you think music can bring people together?
Sample Answer: Yes, music can bring people together as it is a universal language that can be enjoyed by people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Do you think it's important for children to learn music?
Sample Answer: Yes, learning music can have a positive impact on a child's cognitive and emotional development.
Do you think music can be used as a form of therapy?
Sample Answer: Yes, music therapy is a recognized form of therapy that can help individuals with mental health issues, physical disabilities, and other conditions.
Do you prefer listening to music alone or with others?
Sample Answer: It depends on my mood. Sometimes I prefer listening to music alone, while other times I enjoy listening to music with friends or family.
Have you ever been to a concert?
Sample Answer: Yes, I have been to a concert once. There is a village near my hometown where a famous Punjabi singer comes once a year to perform for charity. Last year I went with my friends. He performed live. It was an electrifying performance.
Do you like to listen to live music?
Sample Answer: Yes, I do like to listen live music. It is a different experience. In many restaurants and also in marriage functions, they have live music going on, which is very enjoyable. Concerts are also live music.
When did you start listening to this type of music?
Sample Answer: I remember, I specially went for GurdasMaan’s live performance in a concert last year. Before that I had never been for a live music show.