Childhood is considered to be the golden period of life. It is time when most of us would often wish to be back. Playing under the hot sun with other kids in neighborhood, enjoying the summer vacations, studying and struggling do the homework and all sorts of things. I personally cherished my childhood days travelling various cities, learning different cultures and getting to know people. But how many of the real kids have and enjoy the life that I described. India is considered to be a fast growing country, developing at a rapid pace. The so called IT hub of world as a matter of fact has so many children who struggle for basic needs. Kids are forced to work when they are supposed to learn and play.
Our govt always projects these incidents as silly. But as a matter of fact, its very serious. Its very common in cities to find kids washing utensils,cleaning plates etc in hotels. Every individual opposes child labor. But practically does anyone care about it.? I have not seen anyone objecting practically. Being responsible doesn't always mean that we speak about it and forget it. Its always on what we implement than what we follow. As individuals, there are a lot of things that we can do. The first and foremost thing is to stop employing kids for any work. Be it be as a domestic help or as a car cleaner. Stop your friends or relatives in doing the same. Encourage the parents of such children to send them to schools. The govt schools now a days are far better than they used to be. Contribute in any way that will promote education for kids. Education is the only way by which we can conquer all other social problems too.
Our govt always projects these incidents as silly. But as a matter of fact, its very serious. Its very common in cities to find kids washing utensils,cleaning plates etc in hotels. Every individual opposes child labor. But practically does anyone care about it.? I have not seen anyone objecting practically. Being responsible doesn't always mean that we speak about it and forget it. Its always on what we implement than what we follow. As individuals, there are a lot of things that we can do. The first and foremost thing is to stop employing kids for any work. Be it be as a domestic help or as a car cleaner. Stop your friends or relatives in doing the same. Encourage the parents of such children to send them to schools. The govt schools now a days are far better than they used to be. Contribute in any way that will promote education for kids. Education is the only way by which we can conquer all other social problems too.
