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Maharashtra State BoardSSC (English Medium) 10th Standard

Counterview: Write your counterview on the topic ‘Science and technological development have made our life very comfortable.

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Question

Counterview:

Write your counterview on the topic

Science and technological development have made our life very comfortable.

Points:

  • Has made life comfortable and happy.
  • Life being lengthened
  • Increased agricultural production
  • World is brought closer through communication and transport systems
  • modes of entertainment
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Solution

Science and Technological Development Have Made Our Life Very Comfortable

While science and technology have undoubtedly improved many aspects of life, they have also brought numerous challenges and discomforts.

  • Increased Stress and Anxiety: The fast pace of technological advancements has led to an increase in stress and anxiety. People are constantly pressured to keep up with innovations, often leading to mental health issues.

  • Health Problems: While life expectancy has increased, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive screen time, and dependency on technology have resulted in health issues like obesity, heart problems, and poor mental health.

  • Environmental Damage: Technological development has led to industrialization, which contributes to pollution, climate change, and depletion of natural resources, jeopardizing the planet's future.

  • Loss of Human Connection: Although communication technology connects people virtually, it often weakens real-life relationships, as people spend more time on screens than with their loved ones.

  • Over-reliance on Technology: The comfort provided by technology has made people overly dependent, reducing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Thus, while science and technology have made life more convenient in some ways, they have also introduced significant challenges that cannot be ignored.

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