If it is because there isn't a mod to delete spam, then that is one thing. Non contribution because merits aren't awarded is completely different. If someone stops posting because they aren't receiving merits,then that shows that the merit system is working, and we are better off without those posters in my opinion.

How can you encourage crypto nebies and enthusists to post on the Indian board is another topic though? I believe that Bitcon Talk needs more local quality posts, and a way to translate them into English, so that we can all benefit from them.