participation in community work qualify as an alternative?
Military service is voluntary in most of the world. However, it is compulsory in some
countries like Mexico and Iran. Although it has many benefits, some people argue its
mandatory nature. Therefore, some alternatives, such as community service, can be
taken into account.
There are many advantages of military conscription. First of all, young people can
raise their physical fitness and enjoy better health. They also develop a sense of
team spirit and improve abilities to get along well with others. They learn to cope with
problems independently and gain self confidence. What is more, they expand their
social circle as people from different corners of the country are together in the army
camps. This can prove an invaluable asset when they return to civilian life.
It is irrefutable that army officers are very efficient, disciplined and excellent time
managers. They are highly respected by the civilians. Some of them may join the
army permanently if they like that life. It is also considered a positive point when they
look for other jobs. It also instills a sense of patriotism among the youth. However,
despite all these benefits, its mandatory nature is arguable. Many young, people
cannot cope with the high level of stress in the army. That's why community service
is suggested as an alternative in most countries.
Community service requires young people to contribute part of their time, energy and
skills only. Moreover, community service tends to offer a direct assistance to
participants in preparing for the workforce. By volunteering, young adults develop
skills, gain work experience and explore career options. They can also acquire
practical knowledge through community service.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, military service is helpful only when it
is voluntary. Mandatory military service does not fit all young people, whereas
community service benefits every young person. Therefore, community service is
better than military conscription.
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Essay number 286
"The qualities a person needs to become successful in today's world cannot be
learned at a university or similar academic institution. To what extent do you agree or
disagree? - (Sept 3
rd
2011 essay question Australia)
Success is a very subjective term. It is very difficult to define a successful life. All too
often we equate a successful life with material possessions. Yet, there are millions of
people out there who lead successful, fulfilled lives and are not financially sound.
They may not be rich in the financial sense, but they are rich in life and values.
Therefore, I partially agree with the statement.
Undoubtedly, a university education is essential if you want to have a career in a
profession such as law, engineering, teaching, or medicine. What is more, it opens
more doors than you would have if you didn't get one. A university education is a
great platform in learning more and gaining valuable knowledge in the field we are
passionate about. Also, the university is a great place to network for friends and
business associates or partners. So, definitely, in this respect, university education
can help you get success.
However, there are other types of people who make it big without going to college.
For instance, those who start their own business. These people took risks pursued a
dream. And, for them, it was a very profitable decision. Take for example, Michael
Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell who dropped out of college at 19. He first started
his computer company in his college dorm room, later using co
mpany‘s earnings and
family loans to expand. Henry Ford never graduated high school, but went on to start
one of the largest automobile manufacturing companies in the world, Ford Motor
Company.
Furthermore, in today‘s scenario, people with some talent, for example, in the
entertainment or sports field can achieve name and fame very soon. The reality
shows have made it possible for the girl or boy next door with some talent achieve
success overnight. Finally, a university education does not generally enable you to
achieve successful relationships with family and friends.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that the attributes needed to become
successful in today‘s world do not necessarily depend on a university degree.
However, in some situations such as professional courses, it is needed to get
success.
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Essay number 287 ( 22
nd
Oct 2011 Australia)
In recent years, there has been growing interest in the relationship between
inequality and personal achievement. Some people believe that individuals can
achieve more egalitarian societies. Others believe that high levels of personal
achievement are possible only if individuals are free to succeed or fail according to
their individual merits. What is your view of the relationship between equality and
personal success?
If we look at history, it is clear that since time immemorial, people have always
wanted to create an egalitarian society but have been unsuccessful. This is largely
due to the fact that the impetus to work hard and excel would be lost if all were to
remain equal. I firmly believe that a perfect society needs some kind of social
inequality, or as it can be called, a distinction in ability. A number of arguments
surround my opinion.
A perfect society needs some inequality based on the ability of the person. What
keeps the world going is the motive to work hard, excel and take the lead. Those in
the higher strata of society should be there because of their superior abilities and
they should have greater responsibilities and, therefore, a higher social standing. An
ideal society should have some struggle. If you had no struggle in life would you be
happy? No, because that takes all the fun and enjoyment out of the difficulty - the
losing, the failures, and the overcoming - the victory, the success.
The concern arises when some form of inequality does not allow equal opportunities
for the people. A well-known example can be cited from the caste system is India.
People are born into a caste. Caste membership determines your occupation, social
interaction, power, and education. No amount of achievement can change your caste
position. In such cases the opportunities are denied to the people of the lower caste.
Now, the democratic set up has reserved quotas in an effort to bring equal
opportunities for all. Even in these situations, the freedom to fail or succeed
according to merit should be there otherwise there would be negative discrimination
against those who actually deserve.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, there are different types of inequality.
The inequality can be social or economic or based on gender. Different people have
different notions on the relation between equality and personal achievement. As far
as opportunities are concerned, people should have equality. However, everyone
should be free to work hard and reach the upper strata of society, otherwise no one
would progress and there would be stagnation in society.
Plan followed
Intro: Strong view. A perfect society needs some social inequality
Para 1: Why a society needs some inequality
Para 2: Inequality in opportunity is not good
Conclusion: Different types of inequality should be considered differently. Equality in
opportunities and equality in personal merit
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Essay number 288
Some say that economic development is the solution to poverty; others say it is the
cause of poverty. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give your own
opinion.
(Academic IELTS essay question November 2011 Canada)
The persistent problem of poverty in the developing world has put a question mark
on the relation between economic growth and poverty. Some individuals are of the
opinion that when economy develops, poverty comes down. Others believe that
economic growth leads to poverty. I agree with the former view. A number of
arguments surround my opinion.
To begin with, economic growth benefits nearly all citizens of a country, even if not
equally, and therefore reduces poverty. For example, in rural areas, most of the poor
are engaged in agriculture. When such a country grows through agricultural exports,
it benefits both poor farmers and the even poorer labourers they employ. Similarly,
rapid growth in manufacturing sector because of increase in demand creates a lot of
new jobs, and eventually causes a rise in wages that further reduces poverty.
My second argument comes from historical records. Western countries began
discovering the positive relation between economic growth and poverty reduction
around 1820 and as a result the living standards in Europe and the United States
improved many fold in the next years. Economic growth thus eliminated mass
poverty in what is today considered the developed world. Even a short-term view
confirms that the recent acceleration of growth in many developing countries has
reduced poverty, measured the same way.
The opponents of this view claim that economic progress leads to inequality between
the rich and the poor. They opine that a handful of rich are getting richer while the
poor are being driven to the wall. However, results have proved that such inequality
is only short lived and everyone has benefited in the long run. It is because of the
high initial inequality that it appears as if economic growth is leading to poverty.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, economic progress definitely reduces
poverty. Sometimes, there is unequal distribution of wealth in the initial stages of
economic development. Nonetheless, everyone benefits eventually.
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Essay number 289
The best way to prepare for the future is to invest in young people. How true do you
think is this? What are the ways to spend resources on these young people?
Youth are the wealth and future of their nation, hope for their family and pride and
glory of their college or institute. Some of them become ideal citizens, politicians and
businessmen. The nation can reach the zenith of glory if our youth become ideal and
participate in the task of national reconstruction. Young people are the backbone of
their country. So, government should invest in young people in order to gain success
in future.
To begin with, every young man or woman must be given work to his/her capacity. If
a state fails to provide jobs to its youth so as to ensure the satisfaction of their basic
needs, it is sure to be doomed one day. No country can make any progress when its
youth remain idle and unemployed. It is rightly said, "an idle brain is the devil's
workshop". Self-employment schemes started by the government have not yet
yielded much response. More and more young men and women should be
encouraged to take up technical work. Job-oriented or vocational education is the
only remedy.
Secondly, the system of education and the system of examination must be changed.
It should also aim at reducing rush at the university stage so that our colleges are not
crowded with unmotivated students. Proper colleges should be provided to the
students according to their need. Furthermore, Games and sports are necessary and
useful for all. They are especially useful for the youth who must have a balanced
development of the body as well as the mind. There is always a sound mind in a
sound body. Games and sports also produce a sense of equality, cooperation and
fraternity. Sportsmen and players have started choosing sports and games as their
career. Government should give special grants to their sportsmen and players. For
example, when India won world cup in 2011, it brought publicity of that country at
international level. So, if the governments invest in sports it can bring name and
fame and also be beneficial
for that country‘s economical growth.
Youth represent action, dynamism, and adventure. It was only the spirit of youth
which stirred the revolutionaries like Bhagat Singh, Azad and many others who stood
against the mighty British empire.
In the nutshell, I can say young people have started realizing their responsibilities .
They are now active in every field be it sports, research or administration. They are
the hope of the country. If they get stirred into dynamic activity, they can certainly lift
the nation to the pinnacles of glory. So, investment on youth is better to secure the
future .
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