Widening Divide..
Was reading a few articles on 'Globalization & Its Effects'. At every point of time in history (which refers to the 20th Century), economists have pointed fingers towards one or the other country shining, thanks to globalization. Ghana, for example, liberalized its economy in the early 1980s and was claimed an instant success. The place rich with gold and other natural resources was exploited by MNCs to unbelievable extent. Land was seized from natives by MNCs for commercial reasons and compensation paid was meagre. The rich 'Rice Fields' were destroyed and today the natives have to buy American Rice, just because they are subsidized. People there have to pay for all essential needs including water, medical care and even toilet usage. A few analysts say that Globalization will take its toll in any developing country.
India and China, on the other hand, are viewed as being cautious in liberating their respective economies. The economic divide in the fast growing Chinese economy is yet-another disquieting case-study. While the urban rich are cushioned on piling Yen, the poor rurals are fighting for basic needs like food, water and education. Rural areas are considered dumping grounds for the infinitive wastes disposed by the Chinese factories. Behind the success are stories of innumerable people dying of cancer and lung problems, thanks to the never-ending pollution. All these inspite of being ruled by the Communists, who are supposed to echo the sentiments of the poor, for ages now. India, as it seems, is not far behind in furthering the rich-poor divide; which is a saddening status. Education as one can see is becoming a costly affair and the public run schools have time and again proved not worthy enough.
According to me, an equal society (as claimed by the Communists) is never possible. Based on a few parameters, there is always a divide; which is a law of nature. But should this divide be widened to this extent? Have not the poor an equal right to atleast the basic utilities? Dont they have a right to compete for a better life? There is always a fight for survival n the fittest wins. But does crushing the poor and diminishing them of their fighting capabilities ethical??? Things must change for the benefit of the poor..for the benefit of natural balance..for the benefit of mankind.
India and China, on the other hand, are viewed as being cautious in liberating their respective economies. The economic divide in the fast growing Chinese economy is yet-another disquieting case-study. While the urban rich are cushioned on piling Yen, the poor rurals are fighting for basic needs like food, water and education. Rural areas are considered dumping grounds for the infinitive wastes disposed by the Chinese factories. Behind the success are stories of innumerable people dying of cancer and lung problems, thanks to the never-ending pollution. All these inspite of being ruled by the Communists, who are supposed to echo the sentiments of the poor, for ages now. India, as it seems, is not far behind in furthering the rich-poor divide; which is a saddening status. Education as one can see is becoming a costly affair and the public run schools have time and again proved not worthy enough.
According to me, an equal society (as claimed by the Communists) is never possible. Based on a few parameters, there is always a divide; which is a law of nature. But should this divide be widened to this extent? Have not the poor an equal right to atleast the basic utilities? Dont they have a right to compete for a better life? There is always a fight for survival n the fittest wins. But does crushing the poor and diminishing them of their fighting capabilities ethical??? Things must change for the benefit of the poor..for the benefit of natural balance..for the benefit of mankind.
posted by Priya | 4:05 AM
4 Comments:
Hi Priya:
This is pretty fundu stuff, did you actually write it or just copy pasted it off the web .. ;-) just kidding.
good stuff, keep writing
hi sathish...
its def not a direct copy-paste. but borrowed ideas from lotsa articles n jus put it down!! thx 4 ur compliment. kandippa blog panrein sir!!
While the urban rich are cushioned on piling Yen,..Is it still hoarding in Yen?
But does crushing the poor and diminishing them of their fighting capabilities ethical??? Things must change for the benefit of the poor..for the benefit of natural balance..for the benefit of mankind
Things must change for the benefit of Poor...this had been the slogan for the socialist governments that ruuled India for ages!..There is nothing that anyone can do(rather should do) to change the balance..Infact, you can never have that balance..coz, once U have the balance, you invariably disturb the social structure..You know what? The basic identity for human is the difference that he perceives between him and the next door guy...if that difference is nullified, then there is no incentive for one to survive and this artificial equalisation is a pretty dangerous idea!..Think this thought process of "helping" poor had to leave Indians, for a better tomorrow..No walking stick can make a person fit to run a race.
BTW, I came here thru Orkut, after seeing u in the School Communities!..Congrats on getting the call from the X school:P...I think I know which school are u speaking about!
@krish..thx for visiting and thx for the comments too. if u notice the following lines...
"According to me, an equal society (as claimed by the Communists) is never possible. Based on a few parameters, there is always a divide; which is a law of nature."
even i have mentioned tht balance is never practically feasible and spoils the beauty of nature! my question is whether it is fair on the part of few of us to widen the gap making it impossible for the poor to put up a fight for survival! i believe the playground should be fair though there's jus 1 winner is one!!
Thanx for ur wishes.. :)
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