This article is specifically to tell all the people who ask such questions to PLEASE STOP. Not only are these inquiries insensitive and intrusive, all of the following questions build insecurities in a lot of ways. As someone who has encountered nosy acquaintances all their life– be it at family weddings, random grocery shopping runs or even within the safety of my own home– these have never led to a productive conversation or resulted in a solution to a problem.
As women and as part of society, we keep being subjected to these random interrogation sessions. Next time, use these savage replies to make sure no one comes your way again.
1. How are your studies going?
A: Yeah, I am so bored of coming first and beating your children to it, what to do?
2. When is the shaadi happening?
A: When I decide on a date, you’d be the last one to know *insert fake smile as you walk away*
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3. When are the babies coming?(always post marriage, ALWAYS)
A: Oh, you think I’ve never been pregnant before? Alright.
4. You should do something about your hair/face/skin
A: You should do something about your thoughts/mind/curiosity
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5. Beta, how much marks did you get in 10th/12th/1st Sem/2nd sem *insert current year*
A: Enough to be more successful than you in life.
6. How much do you make at your job?
A: My bank balance will always be higher than your state of mind.
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7. Oh you’ve become so thin/fat
A: I know, I was trying to compete with you!
8. Beta, don’t get into bad habits like smoking and drinking!
A: Really? I thought the only bad habit I was getting into was seeing you everyday.
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9. Haww, what are you wearing!?
A: Oh this sweet thing? It’s called ‘None Of Your Business’’ by Moi. Haven’t you heard of the brand before?
10. Don’t be so opinionated, learn to adjust and compromise!
A: Adjust toh hum aapki mentality ko karna chahte hai but no one ever gets what they want in life now, do they?
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