In some countries children have very strict rules of behavior, in other countries they are allowed to do almost anything they like. To what extent should children have to follow rules?

 In some countries children have very strict rules of behavior, in other countries they are allowed to do almost anything they like. To what extent should children have to follow rules?

Should follow rules, why? Justify 

• They will learn about civil behavior and etiquette, and learn about differentiating between good and bad  

• They will also learn about lawful approach 

• They will grow up and law abiding people 

• They will learn the value of rules, in the form of deadlines and obligations 

They should not follow  

• They may become timid and stop thinking out of the box 

• Some might also turn rebellious 

 

In contemporary times, a fierce debate has ensued among many wherein a lobby opines that there should be some rules to regulate the behavior of young ones; however, there are a few who do not concur with the former statement and think otherwise. The following intends to discuss both sides with relevant examples.

Concurrent times have been witness to a profound debate about whether youngsters should comply with norms or not. The opinions are ambivalent mandating a critical analysis of this issue. 

The school of thought favoring the given notion, asserts that imposing restrictions on the behavior of children would help in educating them about lawful behavior and etiquette: to respect the elderly people and learn about the value of discipline, turning them into rational and  empathetic individuals having the ability to differentiate between good and bad, and also treating others well. To exemplify, children in Korea have to follow stringent norms and as a result, when they turn into grown-ups, they possess altruistic qualities and are considered to be the well-behaved individuals across the world.

Moreover, cultivating discipline is also deemed as a training for the future adult life when these juveniles will have to adapt to a system that is governed by certain regulations and stipulations in various manifestations. It is imperative for them to be enlightened about the ramifications of not adhering to the laws in various spheres, so that they can stay away from trouble as grown-ups.

Having said that, some commentators are unconvinced and propound that forcing laws and regulations on young individuals may not always yield positive results as it might prove to be counterproductive by hampering their mental and thinking development. Furthermore, there are chances that tender minds could either become timid, incapable of leading a life independently,  or rebellious, seeking revenge on others for the hardships they had to face.

In hindsight, disputes aside, it is highly essential for young ones to learn to live within certain defined social and legal boundaries, and there should be no compromise on this, or this might precipitate into a chaotic society.