The use of mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries and shops. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Mobile
phones
have been an inextricable part of the modern world, and they have brought in their wake not only benefits but also
drawbacks. Opinions differ as to whether or not those gadgets should be allowed in public places. From my perspective, the use of cellphones should be banned in areas where they may cause unwanted disruptions such
as libraries
or hospitals
, but in others, they should be welcomed provided that they are used in a cautious, respectful manner.
In certain places such
as libraries
or hospitals
, I agree that cellphones should be banned as they can be very disruptive or potentially harmful. In a library where great concentration is required, a mere sound from phone
notifications can be greatly irritating. This
is why many libraries
in the world have rules and regulations against people
talking or video-calling on the phone
. Moreover
in hospitals
, phones
are greatly restricted as they can hamper the recovery of people
hospitalised. No patients want incessant noises of people
talking loudly and laughing on their phones
, and what is more, the use of phones
can be hazardous especially in intensive care units as they are believed to cause electromagnetic interference with important medical equipment.
Apart from the aforementioned areas, when used judiciously, phones
are greatly beneficial. Many daily tasks are carried out by phones
, and there are certain jobs, such
as business people
, that require making frequent phone
calls. Furthermore
, smartphones can provide solace during tedious long periods of the daily commute, and in case of emergencies such
as car accidents, emergency calls are greatly needed. Therefore
, I believe that banning them in those areas is simply not helpful and unrealistic. In order to avoid intrusion from loud phone
rings, phone
users can always activate the vibrate or silent mode and refrain from speaking with high volumes.
In conclusion, my firm conviction is that the ban on mobile phones
in hospitals
and libraries
can be justified. However
, other than those places the use of phones
, with manners, should be embraced.Submitted by tungpns1811 on
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