Culture matters --- As in the very interesting example that Mamta gave, I think that questioning authority (how and to what extent) differs from one culture to another.

Northern-western cultures tend to be more outspoken, even when addressing authority; while many Asian cultures have far less flexibility when addressing authority. Culture sensitivity is crucial when we address/question someone in a position of authority..

Source author: Liliana Oliva Bernal loliva@sre.gob.mx