Patriotism and Nationalism Outline: Its meaning—love of country—readiness to make sacrifices – keeping a proper image of the country before others – not the same as nationalism—Tagore a patriot not a nationalist – should go hand in hand with broad mindedness and tolerance. Patriotism means love of one’s country. Patriotism is a common virtue. There is hardly anyone who does not love his country. If there is, he is not fit...

Should Students take part in Politics? Outline: The main duly of a student is to study – politics requires maturity -students must be observers, not take part in politics – politics is a dirty game—students might be exploited by politicians – safer for students to stick to their studies. The main duty of a student is to study. As long as he is in school or college a student must not...

The Blessings of Peace Outline-: Everyone feels safe and secure – the country has a chance to progress – no money will be wasted – agriculture and normal occupations may be carried on – there is scope for the scientist and the artist to invent and create. There is nothing like peace. During a war, a country is in a disturbed state. In peace time, everyone feels safe and secure. No...

Gambling Outline: A bad habit—very old habit existed in the days of our fore fathers – a desire to get rich quickly—an easy way to make money – different forms of gambling – disadvantages of gambling. Gambling is a bad habit. Yet it is an old habit that existed in ancient India. We learn from our epics that the Pandavas and the Kauravas used to gamble. People gamble because they want...

The Ideal School Outline: Quiet surroundings of natural beauty – equality – extra – curricular activities – the staff – extensive library – other prominent qualities – conclusion. The Ideal school should be a temple of learning. It should be known for its single minded devotion to learning. It should be situated in the quiet surroundings of natural beauty. The pupils should be able to find peace and quiet and derive...