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Essay number 90
More and more measures to improve the security in large urban areas have been
introduced in many countries because of the increased crime. Do the benefits of these
measures outweigh the drawbacks?
Crime and the fear of crime are very big concerns in big cities and so many security
measures have been introduced to tackle crime. In this essay I intend to delve into the
advantages and disadvantages of these methods. The advantages definitely outweigh the
disadvantages.
One such measure is the security cameras which have become ubiquitous in many
countries. Earlier they appeared only in banks and at high-security areas but now they are
seen in public places such as malls, streets, stadiums and transport. Surveillance cameras
have several benefits. An obvious benefit is that the police can catch criminals in the act,
thus reducing crime. This has made the streets safer for ordinary people. A more important
point is that criminals, particularly young offenders or petty criminals are deterred. They will
not be tempted to carry out crimes, and thus society will be a lot safer. Cameras are also
cost-effective and unobtrusive. Authorities do not need to spend large amounts of money
on police.
Another security measure is the computerized data collection of individuals. This also helps
the police force to operate more effectively. The data can be updated regularly and data
retrieval is very easy and quick. These methods are also cost effective. Other Methods like
police patrolling on the roads has also been intensified. These methods bring a sense of
security in the minds of people.
However, some people object to these measures. The biggest objection concerns privacy.
Many people feel that they should be free to travel or move around a shop, mall, street or
country without being photographed or recorded. They feel that being watched constantly
is like being in a jail, and that ordinary people are losing their freedom because of these
devices. Even the computerized data collection of individuals can go in wrong hands.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, there are definite advantages to using such
measures, but we need to balance the need for security with respect for the individual's
privacy and freedom. If this is done then definitely the advantages outweigh the
disadvantages.
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