1.

Spending on defense is on the rise even when nations, both poor and rich around the world, have got several pressing domestic issues which need great financial outlay.

What do you think are the causes of this mounting defense expenditure?
Do you think defense spending can be cut down someway?

2.

Though poverty alleviation is said to be the responsibility of the State, some say, the richer section of the society can do a lot to do away with poverty. But it does not happen due to many factors.

What are the factors that stand on the way of poverty alleviation?
Do you think the rich can do something about it? If yes, how?

3.

Water shortage is going to grip the whole world very hard shortly, and life is going to be very difficult unless available water is wisely managed.

Is water shortage manmade or it is a natural development?
In what all ways can water be used optimum?

4.

Though security to life and property is safeguarded by the state for ages, many people suffer from insecurities of many sorts these days compared to the past.

How safe was human life and property in the past?
What difference do you see in today’s life with regard to security?

5.

Human society is currently witnessing unprecedented developments in all walks of life and, as a result, there are visible changes in social, personal and cultural life of the people.

What are the changes you see in your place?
Do you think these changes are for good?

Jaypees. 8.30 pm 3.8.09