Always carry charged spare batteries and minimum 1 GB memory card.

Protect the camera from rain, moisture, snow etc. Use proper covering.

Own a handy camera - compact and good quality.

Take time to view an object - practice observation. Walk slowly, view and frame the object.

Always try to take a closeup photo.

Photograph an object at different times of the day/season to get good photo, if possible.

Don't hesitate while photographying. Go on clicking.

Enquire before photographying women, Prayer halls, deity, Defence/border areas, protected areas, dams etc.