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    College education should be free for everyone

    In my opinion, college education should be free for everyone in India. If implemented, the number of graduates will increase. Many poor students are not able to join college due to their financial status and some students are taking loans for their college education. Many banks start asking repayment immediately after their course. If college education free, they can have a breathing time. Awaiting the opinion of other members in this subject.
  • #774939
    Though provision of free college education would provide a great relief to many students. This should be considered seriously by the government in view of eagerness of the students of taking up the college education but financial constraints comes into their ways. As the writer has stated and is very correct that Banks immediately come into action for the repayment of the loan taken as the loan for the recoveries.
    Keeping in view of their interest for higher studies, it becomes all the more necessary to extend such a facility so that they can continue their college education despite the monetary constraints. At least by passing graduation from a recognised university, would open multiple ways for their job - careers.

  • #774941
    It is really a good idea. Providing free college education to all may increase the number of graduates in society. But how many people will avail of this facility? The government is providing free school education but many parents send their children to private schools only by paying hefty fees. I have seen many poor families also try to send their children to private schools even though a government school is available. It is the mentality of the people these days.
    No private institution should be allowed to open. All should be from the government only. All institutions should have the required facilities and faculty. Then only people will start admitting their children to government institutions.
    As of now the fees in government colleges are not very high and affordable. Again all the poor are getting financial support from the government. But many students prefer private colleges over government colleges. That is very disturbing.

    drrao
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  • #774943
    Although govt is trying to provide free and compulsory education to everyone still colleges ask for a fee for admission to different courses. However, there are still many people living below the poverty line who can't afford even a small amount of fee for their education. So, to make education accessible to every person in the country, there should be a waiver of fees and scholarships available to underprivileged students so they can continue their studies. Many initiatives have already been taken in terms of scholarships and many more steps need to be taken to make education accessible for everyone.

  • #774946
    I wanted to share my thoughts on making college education accessible to everyone, for free. Imagine a world where financial constraints don't dictate who can pursue their dreams through higher education.

    A free college education could revolutionize society, breaking down barriers and levelling the playing field. It would empower countless individuals, fostering innovation and progress. Moreover, it would lead to a more educated and skilled workforce, benefiting our economy in the long run.

    Honesty is the best policy.

  • #774955
    The idea of free college education has both advantages and disadvantages. While it can increase the number of graduates and alleviate the financial burden on students, it also raises questions about funding and the potential devaluation of degrees. Public debates on this topic consider various factors, including the economic implications and the impact on accessibility to higher education.

  • #774967
    If Govt makes the college education free then it will be a big burden on the Govt exchequer. Even if Govt does it then there would be some problems as college education will not remain a competitive area for the professionals. Govt will not give high salaries which are there today in some of the hi end educational institutions.
    Once the element of commercialisation is removed from the college education then its quality might get affected due to lack of interest by the highly qualified people.
    There are many pros and cons of the issue and if such a thing is to be done then due diligence and complete understanding of the changes associated are to be done before taking a step in this direction.

    Knowledge is power.

  • #774969
    The idea of free college education for everyone is a topic of debate and has its pros and cons. Advocates argue that it can increase access to higher education, reduce student loan debt, and promote social and economic equality. They believe that education is a public good and should be accessible to all without financial barriers.

    However, opponents raise concerns about the feasibility and cost of such a system. They argue that implementing free college education could strain government budgets and lead to tax increases. There are also concerns about the potential devaluation of degrees if college becomes too accessible, and the idea that not everyone may benefit equally from a college education.

    Ultimately, the question of whether college should be free for everyone depends on a country's specific economic, social, and educational context, as well as the values and priorities of its citizens and policymakers. It's a complex issue that requires careful consideration of both its advantages and challenges.

    Phagu Mahato
    Success occurs when opportunity and preparation meet.


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