India, June 28 -- A student's Reddit post claiming a CA firm shamed them after asking about working hours and stipend before applying for an articleship has prompted a heated discussion on social media. The student argued that asking such questions helps avoid time waste for both parties, but the firm's abrupt response sparked outrage online, with many calling it unprofessional and exploitative.

"I contacted a firm and asked for timing and the expected stipend, they said there was no need to oversmart. Why so? If my timing can't be adjusted, why would I waste time on interviews in these firms? Instead, I can go on to those firms with whom my timing will be adjustable. I was trying to save time for the firm, too. But this kind of behaviou...