A Chinese Reddit user shared insights on the r/India forum, sparking a cross-cultural discussion. The user explained Chinese perspectives on India, notably advising against a one-child policy, which was described as a harsh experiment.
A viral post on Reddit’s r/India forum features a Chinese user sharing personal insights about China and its views of India, sparking widespread discussion among Indian and global users. The contributor notes that many Indians on Reddit often ask how Chinese people perceive India. This curiosity motivated the user to explain certain cultural, historical, and societal aspects from a Chinese perspective, while welcoming questions to foster open dialogue.
One common question addressed was whether India should adopt a one‑child policy similar to China’s former population control measure. The Redditor strongly rejected the idea, calling the policy an overly extreme experiment that China implemented due to its unique historical circumstances and the collapse of the Soviet Union. He emphasized that some Chinese policy experiments were effective while others, like the one‑child policy, were excessively harsh.
The post also touches on differences in historical education. According to the user, Chinese students typically study the histories of countries with longstanding cultural ties to China, such as India and Japan, but learn about other nations mainly through modern historical contexts.
In the comments, other users asked questions ranging from language learning to cultural preferences. One highlighted that many Chinese enjoy the Indian movie Dangal and admire Aamir Khan — indicating some shared cultural appreciation. Advice on learning Mandarin emphasized the importance of understanding tones and characters, as well as immersion in a Chinese‑speaking environment.
Additional exchanges explored topics like traffic law enforcement in China, where strict penalties and widespread monitoring are widely accepted as means to improve civic behaviour. The overarching tone of the thread is one of mutual curiosity, promoting respectful discussion while acknowledging differences in culture and governance.
