Economic growth is perceived to be the main part to play role in society by many governments. Some citizens argue that, attention should be payed equally to other measures of progress. Both sides provide valid reasons for their assertion which will be discussed separately, and followed by my own view.
Economic, is said to be a cornerstone of flourishing nations which its far-reaching effects can be seen in many aspects of life; education, fundamental infrastructures and job creation to name but a few. That is to say, an economic vitality will automatically give rise to a higher standards of living, by resulting in abundant high salary employment opportunities in society. The higher income, the more freedom is brought about to enjoy of purchasing more goods and services; choice to buy a luxury house and fashionable clothes, for example, or spend holiday wherever a person wants. Also success of countries in the world is considered based on their economic developments.
The opposing view asserts that, other types of development are as significance as economic improvement. One of the most compelling reasons for their claim is that, if attention is not paid to other pressing matters in country, people would not be able to take advantage of growth. Human right, social justice, democracy and equality should be emphasized equally to build a developed country. Wealthy dictator governments, are vivid examples of lack of attention to human right and social justice; their citizens do not have freedom to get pleasure of their many choices of living as they are dictated what to wear and what to do.
Although there are rational arguments on both sides of the controversy, I believe that, all types of development should be equally emphasized; social matters and economic growth. This would enable all class citizens to utilize wide range of facilities and services irrespective of their gender and race.
