06/10 Paragraphs for POLITICAL questions
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Q. Science has lost its social and morale purpose.
stand: agree
With the aid of technology, medical science has made many breakthroughs especially in the recent 20 years. However sadly, it has turned away from its social and moral purpose, and has taken the path of being profit driven. In the recent 20 years, advance medical treatments such as chemotherapy, plastic surgery, MRI scans have developed to help mankind live a healthier life. Such treatments have enabled us to treat diseases previously thought untreatable. However, such treatments are mainly found in developed nations, reason being, that patients there are able to pay for such elaborate and expensive treatment. Medical science has turned their back from the task of curing people, to that of earning the most profits, and supplying treatments to only to those who can afford it. Furthermore, many diseases such as leishmaniasis, human African trypanosomiasis, Chagas disease, and malaria which are mainly found in Africa are not researched into nor invested in, simply because these are diseases that often affect those who have poor living conditions and poor sanitation, the poor. While such diseases go on unattended to, many medical treatments such as lipo suction, a form of plastic surgery is widely researched into in many developed countries such as America. Such treatments mainly serve as a way for the rich to tweak their looks, which do not serve any social or morale purpose. As such, instead of using medical science to help the sick, its social and morale purpose, medical science has been used for developing many useless and unimportant treatments. Therefore, medical science has lost its social and morale purpose to a large extent
Bnig Hong 06/10
Examine the claim that people need the arts now more than the sciences.
We need the arts now more than the sciences. Not only do the arts provide amusement and entertainment, it also satisfies a deeper and more intrinsic human impulse: the desire of an escape from reality. This is something that science, even in its most innovative and sophisticated state can never replicate. Yiruma’s ‘A Walk in the Forest’ provides an Eden-like view of the world, with the sweet dulcet tones of the piano creating an avenue for people to soothe the frustrations of everyday life. Framed against a world of global warming and climate change, the depiction of nirvana through the arts, music in this case, creates a sense of the fantasy world and transports one away from reality, a world where we are constantly buffeted by the noise and disruptions of modern living. Furthermore, this particular piece brings us to a world of natural beauty that has been ‘eroded’ by the advances of sciences where we find lush jungles decimated. Perhaps a greater appreciation of nature through music such as this will help us learn better the need for greater harmony within our lives with nature and the environment. The importance of arts is not to be overlooked as it has its own pros which sciences can never emulate.
"Science has become a pursuit of profit insead of a pursuit of truth" Do you agree?
Lim Yi Wei
Agree
The study of science is a rich area that holds untold potential, and this is especially true for the advancement of science into the realm of space. However in recent time, man has lost his main aim and instead focused on maximizing profit from space technology. The realm of space holds untold potential for scientific research, yet most efforts and funds are dedicated to maximizing profit. Space studies has all but halted in recent years, with even the world’s biggest space research organization NASA being shut down because of a lack of funds for it to continue its study into space technology. Currently 1200 satellites are launched per year but nearly 80% of these satellites are used for commercial purposes such communication which shows the clear imbalance of emphasis on commercial profits instead of research that could potentially benefit the entire human race in exploration and discovery in the area of space. Furthermore the rise in the popularity of space tourism pioneered by Richard Benson and his company serve to show yet another example of commercialization of space technology. However such commercialization may not be all bad for the human race as they may provide an even greater driving force for more funding for research into research into the realm of space. As the companies seek to gain an edge over rival firms, they would more incentive to invest in research in an attempt to obtain information or technology that places them at an advantage compared to other firms. Moreover, of course, such research will be mostly application because their focused on the pursuit of profit, there is a grey area of the ownership of such information that are born from such profit-driven research as the issue of copyright could limit the exposure of such information and may in fact ultimately hinder space research. Unless a compromise between both the pursuits of truth and profit, there may not be evident improvements in the current situation where pursuits of truth may be limited and ultimately degenerate into research solely for the purpose of profit.
No Politician's Reputation Can Survive The Judgement Of Time.
In a popular democracy, a politician's ability to retain power depends, to a large extent, on his popularity with the masses whose votes will determine the duration of his political power. Whether he is an idealistic person in desiring to act in the best interests of society for the common good, or is merely a pragmatic Machiavellian who wants power for its own sake, continuity in power is necessary. This may force him to resort to populist measures in order to remain in power for as long as possible- in short, to project a popular image, even if it results in demagogic or venal politics. Such a reputation is built on a shaky foundation, being swayed by the changing moods of a capricious electorate, rather than on the solid foundation of societal welfare in the long run, or the sterling qualities of the politician himself. Time can reveal the true colours of such a populist politician as to whether he cares more about society or his own political immortality. Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe rose to power as an anti-colonial revolutionary hero who brought freedom to adoring Zimbabweans, only to reveal his obsession with power bordering on dictatorship. His reputation as a war hero did not survive the judgement of modern history-Zimbabwe under his rule has degenerated into an authoritarian state without civil liberties and has suffered from an economic collapse.
Tianlin
The majority is always right. Do you agree?
My stand: agree to a large extent
Paragragh
Decisions agreed on by the majority are usually more benefical to the whole society and they are considered to be right.People always prefer the ideas or options which benefit themselves most. Therefore, the choices of the majority will most likely satisfy the needs of the most people. Once the welfare of the majority is taken care of, the decisions will be considered to be right by the society as a whole. The Singapore General Elections is a compelling example. In 2011, the majority people in Aljunied chose to vote for the Workers’ Party instead of the People’s Action Party because the former promised to better take care of the citizen’s welfare and rights. Hence, the decision is considered to be right as the majority can be benefit from it.
Should a love for one’s country still be encouraged?
The love for one’s country is considered to be of importance to some people as they believe that this can help to foster a sense of unity in the state and promote national identity. This is because this sense of passion to the country is like a common trait that enables people who share the same feelings and opinions to come together, pool their strengths and beliefs together to push their country to greater growth, standard of living, etc. To add onto this point, the love for one’s country will also motivate the citizens to improve their country because they are willing to strive hard for their homeland and be proud of their achievements. For instance, most Chinese in China are zealot citizens to their nation. During the 90th anniversary day to commemorate the Communist Party, many Chinese are clad in red with large groups chorusing the nation’s songs unanimously with pride. It is this sense of pride and passion to their nation that have propelled these individuals to try and bring glory to their nation as demonstrated in the many international sports competition they have participated such as the 2008 Olympics and 2010 Youth Olympics. The athletes showed their love for China by trying to outperform their competitors and clichéd as many medals as possible. Thus, this shows that the love for one’s medals as possible. Thus, this shows that the love for one’s country is beneficial to the people and the nation as it spurs people to work harder and it should be encouraged.
Nevertheless, as the world becomes increasingly globalised, individuals are gaining greater freedom to travel from one place to another. This has resulted in a significant number of people losing a sense of rootedness to their homeland as more and more people are embracing the idea of being global citizens who are not tied down to their countries and have the liberty and mobility to reside in whichever greener pastures they find overseas. Yet, this does not mean that all is lost for national identity and the citizens’ love for their country as many local polls in Singapore shown that many Singaporeans are actually keen to stay and contribute to their homeland. Hence, we may not have to be apprehensive that globalization may threaten the love and passion citizens have for their countries as evident in Singapore. Still, this may not apply to all countries and therefore, it is important for countries to actively encourage and instill a sense of loyalty and passion in its citizens, for their nation.
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