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This needs long discussion but in short, Indian rather Hindu believe that the soul stays in the middle of the forehead so considering soul as a representative of God, Hindu put 'Teeka' on the forehead as a mark of respect or worship.

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First of all, those dots are called bindis, worn by married women. It is a symbol of marrige and gives them a look of elegance and beauty.

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