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Nihal: 06/07/2010

06/07/2010

BBC Asian Network - Nihal, 06/07/2010

Would you bring your wedding forward because your astrologer told you to?

Would you bring your wedding forward because your astrologer told you to? Are child-free zones a good idea? And would you help in your parents' business?

At 1, Nihal asks 'Would you bring your wedding forward because your astrologer told you to?'

According to news reports in India, cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has changed his wedding date. The wedding, which was initially planned for 2011, was brought forward for several reasons. Aside from a busy cricketing schedule it's believed his astrologer told Dhoni that he was entering one of the most auspicious years of his life. Would you consult an astrologer before getting married? Does astrology play an important role in your life? Or do you think it's a backward tradition that goes against the fundamental principles of most religions? 

Call 08459 440 445, text 81869 or email Nihal@bbc.co.uk.

At 2, Are there certain places where children shouldn't be allowed? 

Have you been to a wedding where its stated on the invitation that you cant bring kids? Maybe you've had to walk out of a cinema because of a screaming baby? A village in Scotland's the subject of a BBC documentary after it introduced some controversial rules. The village has banned children from living there. Do you agree with child-free zones?

Call 08459 440 445, text 81869 or email Nihal@bbc.co.uk

At 2.30, Are you selfish if you don't want to help with the family business? 

The Asian Network's been told there are staff shortages in curry houses because children are growing up not wanting to join the family business. Instead they're opting for careers in other professions. The Bangladesh caterer's association is worried that the UK's curry industry may suffer as a result. But would you go into your family business? Or do you think there's always going to be problems? Are you selfish if you choose to to go your own seperate way? 

Call 08459 440 445, text 81869 or email Nihal@bbc.co.uk.

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