How do the indian women get the red dot on their forehead?
Answer Dear Kim: Thank you for asking this question. Not all Indian women wear red dot. Only Hindu women who are married wear a red dot. It is called “Tilak”. It is also called “Bindi” if it is a sticker. It is called “Kum kum”, if it is made from red powder. This red dot is a sign of Hindu married women. It is a tradition. It also prevents looking men from casting eyes on them for marriage, since red dot indicates they are married and not available. Widows do not wear the red dot. Young unmarried girls do not put “kum kum”, though they might wear a small red dot or other color. It is a Hindu tradition. Many people believe that a red dot makes women look beautiful and auspicious. So, it is also a form of female decoration (make-up). There are some other theories, which say the red dot made from suitable material, and applied between the brows, improves concentration, increases peace of mind and improves devotion. Even in some meditations, people are encouraged to concentrate attention
