Oorjit Sethi's Blog

  Practicing religion can be dangerous for a number of reasons. One of the main reasons is that it can lead to extremism and radicalization. When individuals become deeply invested in their religion, they may begin to view those who do not share their beliefs as inferior or even as enemies. This can lead to acts of violence and terrorism. Another potential danger of practicing religion is that it can lead to social isolation and division. When individuals become too focused on their religious beliefs, they may begin to withdraw from society and become less engaged with the broader community. This can lead to a lack of understanding and empathy between different religious groups, which can further fuel extremism and conflict. Additionally, some religious practices can be harmful to individuals themselves. For example, some religious groups may advocate for self-harm or other dangerous practices in the name of faith. In such cases, it is important for authorities to intervene to prot...

  Nuclear energy is a highly controversial topic, with many arguments both for and against its use. Those who oppose nuclear energy often cite the potential dangers of a nuclear accident or meltdown, as well as the long-term storage of nuclear waste. However, despite these concerns, there are several compelling reasons why nuclear energy should be used. First and foremost, nuclear energy is a clean and efficient source of energy. Unlike fossil fuels, which produce harmful emissions and contribute to climate change, nuclear power plants produce virtually no greenhouse gases or air pollution. Additionally, nuclear energy is capable of producing large amounts of electricity with relatively small amounts of fuel. This makes it a highly efficient and cost-effective form of energy production. Another key benefit of nuclear energy is its reliability. Nuclear power plants can operate continuously, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing a steady and dependable source of electricity. T...

Vaccines should be mandatory because they help protect not only the person who gets the vaccine, but also the people around them. For example, with the Covid-19 vaccine, not only does it protect the person who gets it from getting sick or dying from the virus, it also helps prevent the spread of the virus to others who might not be able to fight off the illness. Another reason vaccines should be mandatory is because they have been proven to be safe and effective. Many people believe that vaccines can cause harm or have serious side effects, but this is just not true. The Covid-19 vaccine has been tested extensively and has been shown to be very safe with few side effects. Furthermore, mandatory vaccines can help control and eliminate diseases. In the past, vaccines have been successful in eradicating diseases like smallpox and polio. If enough people get vaccinated, it creates herd immunity, which means that the disease can't spread easily and can eventually be eliminated. This is ...

 The death penalty is a controversial and divisive issue that has been debated for centuries. While some argue that it is necessary to deter crime and protect society, others believe that it is fundamentally wrong and should be abolished. I fall into the latter camp, and in this essay, I will explain why I believe that the death penalty is morally wrong and should be eliminated. First and foremost, I believe that the death penalty is wrong because it violates the fundamental human right to life. Every person has the right to live, and it is not up to us or the government to decide when and how someone's life should end. This is especially true when we consider that there is always a risk of executing an innocent person. There have been numerous cases where individuals have been wrongly convicted and sentenced to death, only to be later exonerated by new evidence. In these cases, it is too late to correct the mistake, and an innocent person has lost their life because of a flawed sy...

Animal cloning is ethical because it can help to conserve species that are endangered or on the verge of extinction. With cloning, scientists are able to replicate the genetics of an animal and create a new individual with the same traits as the original. This can be especially useful for animals that are difficult to breed in captivity, or for those that have unique genetic traits that are important for the survival of their species. Additionally, animal cloning can have a number of practical applications. For example, it can be used to produce genetically identical animals for use in research, which can help to reduce the number of animals that need to be used in scientific studies. It can also be used to produce animals with specific traits that are beneficial for farming or other industries, such as disease resistance or increased milk production. Furthermore, animal cloning can be seen as a form of animal welfare, as it can help to prevent the suffering of animals that may be subj...