Some people think that the government should be responsible for crime prevention, while others believe that it is the responsibility of individuals to protect themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

While

it is often argued that the state should initiate some activities that can reduce the

crime

rate, others are sure that everyone is responsible only for their own businesses. In my opinion, the individual has to understand clearly what he or she is doing and be ready for the consequences. On the one hand, it is often thought that if the government is motivated to reduce the level of

crime

,

then

a lot of programs will be introduced and undoubtedly

such

programs can benefit the public, especially those who potentially can be influenced easily to commit crimes.

In other words

, related authorities can try to avoid a situation where a person is compelled to do something wrong. As an example, there are opportunities in schools for children from poor families where they are able to get a profession and earn money legally once they have completed their education.

Additionally

, governments try to show the population all types of punishments by using social ads.

On the other hand

, it is

also

often believed that

people

have to take care of themselves, and I agree. It is very important for a healthy society not to do something that the person does not want to happen to him.

For example

,

people

especially children have to put themselves in other person's shoes before making a decision to do something important. It is the best practice for training empathy which can influence the

crime

rate.

Furthermore

, all

people

have to understand the cost of their actions, they can go to jail or have capital punishment in some countries. In conclusion,

while

people

may vary in their opinions, I think that every citizen in a country is accountable for

crime

prevention. If they were more responsible towards their behaviours, the

crime

rate would reduce significantly.