Why did the Hindus where a red dot on their head?

Answer 1

they used to use blue ink (on their foreheads) but lapiz became scarce due to the demand of artisans wanting to use it for their paint; so they started using red which was easier to and cheaper to get.

Answer 2

People have red dots on their foreheads while doing Pooja, they have white ash across their foreheads, their hands, they use flowers and coconuts, and bread and wine – these are different customs in different religions. All these are mythological rituals followed by people who believe in superstitions. Nothing must be done without understanding its relevance . If we are putting a red dot on the forehead, we must understand why it is done. The original reason for putting a red dot on the forehead was this - we identify the person not to be the forehead, not to be the body, but the Divine Soul that is within. The central point of the forehead is the point of the existence of the Soul, as per some ancient beliefs but you can put the red dot anywhere for that matter because the Soul is everywhere.

Answer 3

Indian women get red dots on their foreheads to symbolize marriage.

Answer 4

People who follow the hindu religion are known for wearing the "Red dot." It is called a bindi.