You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.
Model Answer 1: [Disagreement]
Napolean Bonapart once said that “give me a good mother, and I will give you a good nation”. In fact, whatever has been accomplished in this world so far for the benefit of humanity, half the credit goes to males while the other half belongs to females. However, having said that, I don’t think that I can actually agree with the suggestion that universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject because of some realities on the ground.
Firstly, there just might not be enough male or female students to study a particular subject to fill either the quota of half males or half females simply because they might just not be interested to study that particular subject. Secondly, if we indeed have enough male and female students to fill the quota, then there is a very good possibility that the other deserving students, be them, males or females, with more talents and better qualifications, will get left out to accommodate the “not-so” deserving students unless, of course, the university has a system in place to choose students other than gender.
Moreover, if a university has a system of taking admission tests before admitting students at that particular university, then I just don’t see how it is possible to guarantee that an exactly equal number of male or female students will pass the admission tests without compromising the test standards. The fourth and final reason is that there are some subjects, like mechanical engineering or engineering core course at a military college, which can be really physically demanding, and female students just might not be interested enough to study the courses even though they may be equally talented like their fellow male students.
In conclusion, accepting an equal number of male and female students at university based on gender is not just impractical but also depriving for the society and nation.
Model Answer 2: [Agreement]
In today’s world, gender equality is one of the most pressing issues, and universities play a crucial role in shaping the future of our society. Therefore, I wholeheartedly agree that universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. In this essay, I will discuss the reasons why I believe in this idea.
Firstly, gender equality is a fundamental human right. By giving equal opportunities to both men and women, we can create a fair and just society where everyone has the chance to fulfill their potential. Universities are a place where individuals acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are vital for their future careers. It is crucial to ensure that these opportunities are equally available to everyone, regardless of their gender.
Secondly, having an equal number of male and female students in every subject can foster a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Diversity is crucial in today’s globalized world, and universities must prepare students to work in diverse workplaces. By having a mix of male and female students, universities can promote cross-gender communication and understanding, leading to a more collaborative and productive learning environment.
Thirdly, an equal representation of male and female students in every subject can help break gender stereotypes and promote gender equality in the workplace. Historically, certain subjects have been considered “male” or “female,” leading to a gender imbalance in certain professions. By ensuring an equal representation of male and female students in every subject, universities can create a level playing field and break down these stereotypes, leading to a more diverse and inclusive workplace in the future.
In conclusion, I strongly believe that universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. This is not only a matter of gender equality but also creates a diverse and inclusive learning environment that can benefit both male and female students.
Model Answer 3: [Disagreement]
“Equal rights” and “women empowerment” are two movements that have influenced millions of people in the world and it is no secret that if we want to make the world a better place to live in, we must empower our women as they consist half of the total world population. In this regard, accepting an equal number of male and female students at the university, which is considered the citadel of a nation, is the right decision.
To begin with, universities prepare today’s young minds so that they can lead the country in the future and if we only have male leaders in every sector of our country, ” true progress” would still be unattainable. I strongly believe that we cannot go far ahead if we let half of our workforce be confined within the boundaries of our houses. We need to work together for a prosperous world and for that, we need to give our women an opportunity in education, and what better opportunity can be than letting them get an equal chance at university education?
No doubt, some would argue that admissions to universities should be based on merit and not based on sex. From a shallow perspective, this seems right and justified but if we want to progress as a nation, we need to educate our women who devote more of their time to teaching the children in a family. So if we want an educated and enlighted future generation, we need to educate our women and ensuring their admissions in universities can be a great step to secure that. Moreover, women have been deprived of their rights for centuries and the time has come for us to build a platform for them, and allowing the same number of students in every department in a university should be a pillar of this platform, I believe.
To conclude, females are as good as males in everything and they should be allowed to prove their worth for the overall progress of the world. Ensuring university education for them by accepting an equal number of male and female students could only make the world a better place.
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