Over the years, I have have noticed these things but have always hoped that they were simply anecdotal and in no way reflective of the overall state of our behavior as a people. I was, of course, wrong.
One only has to look at the ridiculous discussions on GNI to see this. The following conclusions can be drawn about us as a people.
1. We have in our historical/cultural memory some very anti modern and barbarous ideas. This manifests itself today in our pathological hatred of black people and our love of light skin. This is especially amazing to me since we are generally a dark people.
2. We love people with titles and money. Nevermind a coolie dunce like a jackass, give him the title of Minister and some cash and watch the other cows in the room moo his greatness.
3. We do not have political debates. We have zero understanding of what a political debate is. We think it's about some tribal loyalty to a party brand. Me coolie, PPP coolie, therefore me PPP. It is impossible to have a civil discussion with most Indian people. They do not know what that is.