The deteriorating state of environment demands some crucial changes to be made in the way of living as it could lead to dire consequences if not taken care of urgently. Over the decades, the government has passed many laws to stop further exploitation of the environment such as law against deforestation, making animal hunting punishable, banning harmful chemicals and so on. The most recent law that has been implemented to protect our ecology is anti-plastic law which contributes a significantly high proportion to the non-biodegradable waste.
Plastic usage has skyrocketed in recent times which although is convenient for daily use, it is a serious threat to the environment because of its effects on land harbouring disease carrying insects and animals that feed on plastic waste. To put a stop to this predicament, the government has banned the use of plastic bags in 2016 encouraging people to opt for bags made of eco-friendly materials. This has marked the entry of jute, cloth and paper bags which are non-toxic and degradable when thrown away allowing a part of the environment to be toxic free.
This resulted in a substantial decline in plastic waste that is in favour of public interest along with the environment. This law eradicated plastic waste to an extent compelling the public to be more aware and conserve the environment. It also encourages recycling which further cuts down on production cost of other items which are used to replace plastic. I think it is a remarkable move by the government and I feel if more such laws coming into force, we could collectively beat all environmental problems and make the world a safer place for the younger generations.
Vocabulary:
- Exploitation – The act of unfair use of resources
- Skyrocket – Increase rapidly
- Harbouring – Carrying/sheltering
- Predicament – A difficult situation
- Compel – Oblige someone to do something
Part 3 Follow Up - Questions & Answers
1. Do you think this law is acceptable to the people?
Yes, many people have accepted this law and started adopting environment friendly ways of living. Awareness of the grave impact of growing pollution is spreading rapidly and people are putting in efforts to reduce usage of fuel consuming vehicles, plastic usage and grow more trees which help cut down the consumption of natural resources.
2. Is there any situation wherein people may disobey the law?
There are certain times when people disobey the law. They usually do not abide by the laws due to lack of awareness and will to make their neighbourhood a better place. Also, some do not follow law as it may be out of their convenient space and too much to do in their perspective. Regardless of the situation, some just do not care enough.
3. Do people like being a police officer in your country?
People in my country are highly interested in becoming a police officer. There are some tough exams to ace in order to become one which drive some even if they have slim chances. There is a high number of people that attend exams that test their mental and physical abilities every year which indicates their zeal towards serving the nation.
4. Why some people prefer to be a lawyer?
Many people have a spirit of fighting for justice to ensure everyone is given a fair chance in a court and the innocent are saved. Besides, it is also a means to gain popularity and earn more money while working under law. Although some abide by the law to provide justice for the deserving, others choose to ignore the very purpose of being a lawyer for personal gains.
5. Should people be penalized when they use mobile phones while driving?
I believe usage of mobile phones while driving leads to some serious accidents. We often see road signs that indicate a no mobile phone usage policy; however, many ignore it in the presumption that they are careful. Although we have new age gadgets which help in handsfree usage of mobile applications, the dangers of it persist.
