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Natural resources are depleting and there are not enough to sustain the economic growth of the country.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

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SAMPLE ANSWER

An increase in population world wide has marked a dramatic decrease in the natural resources. Some people are of the opinion that at such rates of depletion, sooner we will have no natural resources for the economic growth of the country. However, others believe that with the advancement in technology, ways to preserve natural resources will pop up.

On one hand, natural resources are surely depleting at faster rates than ever before. Main reason being their increased demands. For instance, with more people have two wheeler vehicles, the consumption of petrol has risen, leading to the fall in its amount. Lesser the petrol, higher will be the prices and more money will get spent on the transportation, dampening the economic growth.

On the other hand, with the advancement in technology it is possible that we might not even use the natural resources at the rate at which we are presently using. For instance, it is quite possible that within ten years a technology to utilize wind energy more effectively is made. This will surely decrease the use of non-renewable resources, leading to their prevention and increased economic growth (wind is free).

Overall, levels of natural resources are surely going down but it is no doubt that with advancement in technology, the alternative methods will be used more effectively in near future, improving the economic and environmental standards.

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Without capital punishment our lives are less secure and there are higher chances of increased crime.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

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With the increasing crime rates world wide, an appeal towards capital punishment is being made. Although some people believe that capital punishment is necessary for reducing the crime rates, opinions also exist claiming that we should get away with this form of punishment. In my opinion, the only way to reduce crime is by strengthening the law and order.

Arguments in favor of capital punishment surely provide valid reasons. Firstly, some crimes are so cruel that not punishing severely makes the victim feel insecure. For instance, the terrorist who get caught up after a bomb blast, if are not provided severe punishment could act as insult to injury for the thousands of people who lost their loved ones. Secondly, weak punishment often instigates the feeling that one can get away with whatever they want to do. For instance, if a person after raping gets bail, becomes an example for many criminals; they know that even after destroying someone’s life they will be able to lead a normal life.

However, human and his actions are very complex, defining simple punishments for all is not the most pragmatic thing to do. For instance, a boy who just stepped into adult hood, aged 20, if murders someone, capital punishment might not be the right solution. Because it might be possible that there were several other factors responsible for it. In my opinion,  government should be the responsible authority to provide a secure and better state to live.

Overall, serious punishment is surely necessary to bring law and order in the country but it is the responsibility of law to ensure that the wrong doer gets the right level of punishment.

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With the advancement in technology, the traditional skills and way of life are dying out. In this era of development, it is pointless to try and keep them alive.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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SAMPLE ANSWER

Technology has made a way into our lives such that one cannot imagine living without it.  Some argue that such impact is so extraordinary that it would make conventional skills and life obsolete. Although, to an extent it has surely impacted the way tradition played its role in our live, saying, it would completely dissolve it, might not be the most sure statement to be made.

In this world of technology, tradition has surely made its way into it. Firstly, traditional skills and way of life are slowly becoming an alternative to the problems caused by living life influenced by modern technology. For instance, a home like restaurant that offers traditional food with an ambiance of traditional things can prove to be a another experience to people who are bored with the same kind of restaurants everywhere. In venues like these, people become more relaxed and at the same time educated about different cultures. Providing diversity and thus enriching modern ways of life, such traditional skills and ways of life would continue to have their place.

Secondly, conventional methods tend to provide ideas to the modern technology. For instance, the way in which homes are decorated traditionally has allowed various industries to make products that help in decorating houses easily and giving the traditional touch. This has helped in increasing their business.

Overall, traditional skills and life styles are increasingly becoming a useful alternative to the homogeneity brought by global applications of modern technologies. Although one cannot deny that technology is surely obsoleting some traditions, it is impossible in near future to completely dissolve tradition.

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Financial education should be compulsory part of school education.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

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The world operates on money. Although, it is not the most essential aspect of life, yet its importance cannot be denied. Every one needs to make financial decisions concerning recreation, health, education etc. Providing financial education in school can surely help students in understanding money better and make more sensible decisions in later life.

Firstly, understanding money and how it operates is a virtue. Those people who have a better knowledge of the finances tend to understand the economy and the changes taking place in the financial situations better, allowing them to make better decisions. This can be important even for the young. For instance, a child who does not understands the concept of money might never be able to understand the value a particular things hold allowing them to make absurd decisions.

Secondly, often adults lack the financial capabilities especially because of weak foundations or the insecurity that comes along with the concepts of financial terms and concepts. Starting from an early age helps in building a strong background that can very likely prevent such a situation in later years of life.

However, financial studies require setting prices for products and services. This can easily turn young people into cynical human beings, lacking emotions.

Overall, financial education for young surely brings along with it great advantages that help in the later years of life. Although, some negative issues can arise but if a proper balance is provided in terms of financial education and societal education, in my opinion it will prove to be a boon for many.

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