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Ethics are the behavior that define the conduct of an individual, that shape how a person behaves in the toughest of situations. Some people are taught ethics, some learn on their own, while there are so many living without any ethics. Let us today, have a look at some of the questions related to ethics.

Do you consider yourself to be an ethical person?

I would say, Yes. I do have certain rules made by me, that I follow but for now, there are many that I have broken and kind of wandering from here and there. But, soon I will come back to my routine.

Have you ever found a smart phone? What did you do? If you haven’t, what do you think you would do?

No, I never found a smart phone lying like that. But, if I ever found one, I think I will call on the most recent conversation and ask them to pick the phone or tell the person that the phone is available with me at the particular place.

Would you risk your life to save another person?

I would say yes. I am very afraid of dying and I cannot see people dying. So, if there is a chance where I would be able to save someone I think I will go. But, then I think there could be very tough situations as well. In those, I think I will go out and save my loved ones first.

What should a person do if they find a wallet? What do people usually do? What would you do?

I think the best thing to do would be to figure out whose wallet it is and then return it to the person. Well, it depends. There are many who do the same as I said, then there are some who give it to the police. While there are some who take out the money from the wallet and keep everything intact. There are then those people, who take everything from the wallet, including the money and the identities.

What are some ethical dilemmas you have faced?

The most ethical dilemma that I faced was when I had to get my passport issued. I had planned that I would not give money to the passport person but I had to give and I have felt very guilty for that.

Is stealing always wrong? When is it right to steal?

No, nothing I believe can always be wrong. There are people who steal things like food and water, and that can never be termed as wrong. Because, most of the times it is done out of pure intentions. Either to feed the family or to oneself, even more it is so desperate and natural that it cannot be termed as wrong.

If you could save people by killing one person, would you?

I don’t think I would ever do that. Because, I think that there can always be another way of saving people. But, when we think of it in extreme sense, like killing a terrorist or a murderer, I would go for it. So, it is more like, if that one person wants to harm the rest, I would go kill but other wise I would try to find some other way.

How often do you lie? When is it okay to lie?

Earlier, I used to lie a lot, or you can say manipulate a lot. Manipulations I do still, but I think lying has reduced because I have realized that it is more fearless and amazing to say the truth. It brings along with it lot of power. I think the only one time lying is good is when it is for a good greater purpose.

What makes a person act ethically or unethically?

I think it is more about the values that one has grown up with. The person is more likely to behave ethically if he or she has been taught that way, but unethically if it is that way. More importantly, I think these terms are very relative. What might be ethical for one might not be for the other person.

If you saw a pickpocket stealing someone’s wallet what would you do?

I would go and try to grab the person or may be tell other people as well so that we together can prevent the situation. Also, I think my motive would not to punish the pick pocketer but finding out the reason behind it.

Should poor people be punished for stealing if they are stealing to feed their family?

No, I believe punishing them is a bigger crime than they are doing. Instead we should try to find their real situation and come together to help them.

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Smoking is one of the most addictive habits that has ruined so many of the people. It causes diseases that harm people giving them life taking diseases. No matter, how many advertisements have been done, bringing out awareness among people about the ill-effects of smoking, people tend to smoke for several reasons. Let us today, have a look at some of the questions related to smoking.

Does smoking make you look cool? Why or why not?

In my opinion, smoking has nothing to do with making anyone look cool . However, with so many stars smoking, it has come into the minds of people, that smoking is cool. But, I believe that a person’s personality is about what is within and not what is outside. Smoking is a habit and for that note, a bad one.

How many friends do you have who smoke? Do you smoke?

Most of my friends smoke, especially the boy friends that I have. Some of them smoke a lot, however, others tend to do it occasionally. No, I prefer not smoking.

Should people be allowed to smoke in public? If so, where?

I think yes, people should be allowed to smoke in public but only in the smoking zones. Allowing to smoke anywhere they wish, is harmful for others who don’t smoke.

Is raising the price on cigarettes a good way to get people to quit?

I believe, increasing the price might lower down the rate of people smoking on one hand, but then can also cause other issues as well. Like, people can go out and become bankrupt or cause crimes just to smoke. However, if some one is not very addictive they might quit. On the larger note, I believe that to make people quit smoking there should be more awareness.

What do you think about electric cigarettes?

I think they can be the first step towards quitting cigarettes. Also, since they are less harmful than nicotine cigarettes, I think it can be used as an alternative to nicotine cigarettes.

What are the ill effects of smoking?

Smoking is injurious to health of not only the person who does smoking but also to others. It has been termed as the one habit that tends to cause the highest rate of cancer and heart attacks among people. Not only that, smoking also causes respiratory problems in people, often reducing their life span. Adding more, smoking can even reduce the memory strength of an individual.

Are there any benefits of smoking?

When we are looking for short term benefits, I think there surely are. It reduces anxiety and tends to improve the concentration level of an individual. However, no matter how many short term benefits smoking may provide, for a longer run, its ill effects by pass the benefits.

Should smoking cigarettes be illegal?

I think no. Smoking is injurious to health but then every individual has their own choices to make. If someone prefers smoking, or finds joy in it, or may be is able to relax after a long day, there is nothing wrong. Also, I think smoking is always better than suicide. There are so many people who give up on their life and dreams because of some stupid reasons, which I believe is much more dangerous than going for an addictive thing like smoking.

How popular is smoking in your country?

Smoking has become one of the most popular activities in our country. Some of the people tend to start smoking following their favorite stars or idols, while others begin because of peer pressure. Even more with the hectic life style that we are living in, smoking has become an alternative to fight the stress. There have even been children who started smoking just to bring an impression on other people. However, with the government trying, there have even been cases where people have left smoking.

Should smoking be banned in movies? Why or why not?

I think definitely yes. Cinema influences people like nothing else and when people tend to see their favorite stars they are more likely to imitate them, especially teenagers. With movies, I believe things that we want our society to be should be expressed more.

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Media plays a very important role in our lives, in today’s world. There is so much that is happening in the world and we can get to know exactly what we want to, in a fraction of second. From newspapers, to television and now internet, media has made our lives easier and at the same time difficult. Let us today, have a look at some of the questions related to media.

Where do most people in your country get their news?

Newspapers and television are the most common media for getting news. People who seriously like to know what is going on in the world tend to go for these sources. However, presently, social media also has come in fore front in sharing the news. One can now find, post being done on social media sites. These post can be made either by the news channels or individuals.

Does the media in your country report the whole truth, mostly truth, or mostly lies?

I think for the most part it tries to portray the truth to the citizens but the problem is that the media also does not knows the entire truth and they show the only view of the entire story making it look like lie. But, then there are even times when in my opinion, media tends to make up stories just to gain TRP rating and earn money.

How has the internet changed the news in your country?

Definitely yes, internet has surely brought about a big change in the news sector of our country. Unlike earlier, when only certain section of time was allocated for the news, with internet everyone can get to know the news in just a click, making it difficult to make news and in the rush of making news, news channels and websites tend to put more of made up stories.

Who has the most control over the media in your country?

Media is a free entity in our country, with no one to control them. However, it is often said that media gets indirectly influenced by foreigners, especially Americans. With the media, trying to imitate the style of English men, we are more likely to loose our individuality.

How does the media help create a healthy society?

Media is a powerful thing. Be it creating awareness or showing things as they are, media tends to make an impact on people. We are more likely to get affected by a video about rape than someone telling the issues. It is with the help of media that people can be told about the issues that the country is facing and explaining how they can be solved. With media, a broader group can be touched upon.

Should the media just report the facts or should the media interpret the facts?

I think it should just report the facts, because that is what it is meant for. Telling stories happening as they are. It should then leave upon the individuals to interpret things, because every person has their own point of view and forcing an opinion might take away the different ways in which a problem can be seen/

Can you think of a politician who used the media in a successful way?

Our country has a live example of our current Prime Minister, Narendra Modi who used media to get in touch with the people of our country. It was through his numerous talk shows that he did, and the speeches he gave that people started realizing his potential and got to know his plans. Even after winning the elections, he has made sure that he is in touch with the country men through various social media platforms.

Should the media show graphic violence? Why or why not?

I think graphic violence should not be shown in  media because it creates a lot of negativity in the air. Showing violence 24/7 can affect the way people think, bringing in the feelings of violence home. Also, it has been observed, that people who see violence more are more likely to be violent.

What is the most fair and balanced media outlet in your country?

Our country has many media outlets, but the few that I have written, I think “The Hindu” is one of the most fair and balanced media outlet. It tries to cover the news of entire nation showing only the details of big happenings in the country as well as internationally. Once you read the Hindu, you get to know about everything important happening in the world. Every word written on the newspaper is important.

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