Kerala

Kozhikode (Calicut) was the major Business hub and centre for foreign trade during medieval time and was under foreign domination such as Portuguese, Dutch and British for a long period of time, had made a profound impact on the city’s culture and its people. The cultural synthesis that took place in the traditional capital of Northern Kerala, gave the city a cosmopolitan population in turn. India has always been portrayed as the land of uniformity in diversities. The very nature of India has reflected in this small city in the southern most part of India which is abode of three major religions, Hindus being on the top, Muslims and Christians are also present in a large number. The Muslims of Kozhikode district are well known as Mappilas who follow two different schools of thoughts such as shafi and salafi. They are also known as Kerala Nadvathul Mujahideen, caused an accelerated growth in social development and education among Muslims. Christianity was introduced to Kerala during the presence of Portuguese, Dutch and British in 16th century.

During the early times, the people of this region followed the Dravidian way of life and the religious practices associated with it. Many primitive rites and practices were also observed. They worshipped local deities in addition to honouring trees and ancestors. It was during this time, the region experienced influx of the Jains, Buddhists and the Aryans.

Kolkata

Kolkata or former Calcutta was the major Business hub and centre for foreign trade during medieval time and was under foreign domination such as British, Portuguese, and Dutch for a long period of time, that had made a profound impact on the city’s culture and its people. The cultural synthesis that took place in the traditional capital of India, gave the city a cosmopolitan population in turn. India has always been portrayed as the land of uniformity in diversities. The very nature of India has reflected in this Kolkata. Hindus being on the top, Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Jains, and Parsis; Buddhists etc. make up the rest of the population. Here people of all religions reside together in harmony.

Kolkata is the home of the Bengalis - volatile in politics, sports lover, and intellectual, romantic with a unique sensibility. Kolkata is a cosmopolitan city and the people are warm, friendly and very hospitable. They are willing to interact with foreigners and at times seem to be very curious and inquisitive. They are tolerant and adaptable. Therefore there is a large population of people from other regions and states in the city.
The century old values of respect for elders, family traditions, customs and mores still form the basis of life and living.