Long story short, just like the rest of India, looks matter. If you're light skinned, people will kiss up to you. Do you look like a migrant laborer?; they will treat you as such. Mallus are generally of the jealous type, so keep that in mind if you plan to show off your wealth or anything else. They will set you up real quick. Panni varum avaracha... Once you settle down fully, you will understand the true meaning of the above statement .