In many cities, the use of video cameras in public places is being increased in order to reduce crime, but these measures restrict our individual freedom. Do the benefits of increased security outweigh the drawbacks?

Undoubtedly, the government is taking various initiatives to reduce the

crime

ratio in the societies. Now, video cameras are installed in most of the public places to increase the

security

facilities.

Although

many argue that

this

step has restricted the freedom of people, but as per my opinion, its advantages outweighs its disadvantages. To initiate with, there are immense benefits of increasing

security

in the surroundings.

Firstly

, people feel secure to go out. Nowadays, criminals are well aware that if they proceed any offensive activities in the public places, they would be easily caught up by the police.

For example

, recently in India, the 'big ATM robbery gang' was arrested with the help of CCTV footage.

This

is the reason that offenders are scared to pursue any

crime

under the

security

cameras and public are feeling safe to move. Despite

this

, it is good for a country's reputation. If a nation would be

crime

-free, foreigners will not hesitate to visit there.

This

will enhance the scale of the tourism sector.

Nevertheless

, it cannot be denied that

this

security

arrangement is a threat to personal liberty.

For instance

, either it is a bus stop or restaurant, we are completely covered with intelligent cameras. Owing to

this

, it has become difficult to publicly share space with our close ones.

Also

, cyber

crime

is at its peak due to technological advancement which even creates a feeling of

dis

denotes a person or thing

this

comfortability among masses. To recapitulate, according to my perspective, indeed, it is quite complicated to always remain covered by camera securities, but if its effect on

crime

rate is considered,

then

no doubt, it is the best way to control

crime

in the cities.