This topic is one that we should ponder upon and analyse. First of all, what does the term contribution mean? “Ask not what the country can do for you… ask what you can do for your country”. This is contribution. You reap what you sow. So, whatever contribution you put forward, it materialises into fervent and intense acknowledgement.
Charles Babbage invented the analytical engine. Now in the 21st century, it is a revolutionary instrument.. the computer. Who is the reason for this metamorphic change? No ambiguity…. It is the youth and youth alone. This type of contribution should increase in all sectors, especially in agriculture.
Agriculture is out country’s most vital occupation. Youth should use their humongous potential in this integral sector by using technology as a weapon. Our country should refashion the agricultural system to be like the western countries. Only when we become self-sufficient in our commodities can we proudly lift up our collars and say, ‘we have good governance”.
Youth should inculcate the basic values of sanitation which is a blessing in disguise for each individual as well as for the people around them. Contribution to our environment should be increased and implemented. But, I can very confidently say that youth’s contribution is zero in this sector! Smoking, littering, spitting, not recycling… I am really incensed by this. First youth should change…….then they should contribute. In their idle time, youth can practice horticulture. This may seem to be a piece of cake, but a small sapling planted by each can create a green India. On the other hand, we should applaud the contribution of youth in the sector of defense. Can any of us ever forget the Kargil war. We must salute these brave hearts.
Youth should also associate with our unsung NGOs which is an abbreviation of Non Governmental Organisations. There are so many rules placed by the Government against child labour, exploitation against women etc. To implement this, the youth should reach out a helping hand to the NGOs. Though the youth in the NGOs are not part of the Government, they play an indispensable role in the governance. In a developing nation like India, there are so many NGOs where youth can involve themselves and participate.
What great example can I give for this topic but our superhero Mr. Rahul Gandhi? He is an extravagant youth with no abhorrence over anything and takes firm and strong decisions. Next, let me call upon Mohamed Nasheed, the President of Maldives and also Mr. Barack Obama. Obama, a confident youth came into the White House when the US was in a very critical situation. On one side, the economic crash, the other side, the war on terrorism. He took this as a challenge and still went out with his decision. This kind of daring thought can be brought about, only by the youth.
Politics is a great weapon to change the country’s fate. Youth should get woen and sanitize our political system once and for all. Have you heard any student wanting to go into politics? Nope…..its very rare and unique. I am very proud to say that I am one of those unique people. Whenever I say I want to become a politician, people stare at me and say, “What?” That should not be the case. When youth take politics readily and not as a last resort, we can achieve a corruption free India with excellent governance.
I end my speech with a quote, “It is not possible for civilisation to go backward while there is youth in the world”. Youth’s contribution is not enough, our success is not enough. But if we could achieve them, enough would not be enough. So… contribute to the governance of our nation to make it a peaceful and splendid one…….Will You????
Thank you
Monisha V.V
IX-J, SBOA School
Chennai
