- What it is
- How you first learned about it
- Who benefits from it
- And explain how you feel about this law
Laws are made by the government for the smooth running of society. Without these laws, we would be living in utter chaos and anarchy. There are many laws worth mentioning, such as – ban on smoking in public places, wearing a helmet while riding a two wheeler, law against female foeticide, and against cutting trees. But here I am going to talk about a law on banning the use of plastic carry bags. I came to know about this law from TV news. This law affects each and every person on Earth. In 2016, India banned the use of carry bags below 50 microns thickness, but it was not enforced well, because of a lack of alternatives. However, in June 2018, on World Environment Day, the theme was “Beat Plastic Pollution”, and
so the government planned to be strict in the implementation of this law.
Actually, this year, India was the global host of the World Environment Day. So, our PM Mr. Narendra Modi asked every state and Union Territory to launch a massive campaign against the use of plastics. Plastic in all forms, such as carry bags, drinking straws, and plastic bottles has been banned and strict fines are imposed on the violators of this law.
Plastic is non-biodegradable and fills up our landfill sites. If burnt, it emits harmful fumes into the air. So, I think this is a good law and we all need to cooperate with the government by abiding by this law. We should make it a habit to carry our tote bags with us when we go shopping and refuse to accept plastic bags.
Follow-ups
Q1. Do you think this law is acceptable to the people?
Yes, I think this law has been accepted well by the people of India. There is growing awareness about the environmental issues and Indians too are making their efforts to save and preserve the environment.
Q2. Is there any situation wherein people may disobey the law?
Yes, there are situations when people disobey the/this law. The main reasons for such laws not being followed by the people are personal profits/benefits and the convenience that they may have to give up.
Q3. Do people like being a police officer in your country?
Yes, many people in my country like being a police officer. Every year there are several people who take the tests to become a police officer. The competition that exists for such exams is a clear indicator that many people strive to become police officers and serve their country.
Q4. What qualities should a police officer possess?
A police officer should possess many qualities. He/she should be physically fit and active and should have a passion to serve the people and the Nation. Some other qualities are honesty, eagerness to search for the truth and bring justice to people, some skills like martial arts or other such combat skills to fight the criminals, courage, fearlessness, determination, and many more such qualities.
Q5. Why some people prefer to be a lawyer?
Some people prefer to be a lawyer because they want to ensure that everyone receives justice and is treated fairly by the law. They may have a desire to fight for others’ rights and ensure that everyone gets a fair chance to justify their actions. Some people choose this profession because of the prospects of earning money and fame.
Q6. Should people be penalized when they use mobile phones while driving?
These days vehicles are well equipped with a system wherein you can connect via bluetooth to your mobile and you can be handsfree and still use your mobile but if a driver is talking or texting on the phone while driving he should be heavily penalized.
Q7. Is kindness the most important quality of a police officer?
No, kindness is certainly not the best quality of a Police Officer. A Police officer has to be honest, straightforward, and very curious while performing his duty. Unfortunately, we cannot afford to be very kind as the criminals may take advantage of the situation
Q8. Do you think both men and women can be police officers?
These days we are living in an egalitarian society so gender bias doesn’t hold ground in any profession. Every man and every woman is worthy of any profession. So both and men and women are equally capable of serving in the police department
Q9. Do you think the police officers are paid too much?
I think in the Western world police officers are paid well in accordance to their duties but in the developing countries their salaries do not match the work they do, they deserve better salaries. But I do not agree that they are paid too much because they face too many dangers of life and limb while performing their services.