Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The proposal that universities should admit an equal number of students of both genders in every academic discipline is a contentious

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both the merits of pursuing equality and the practical downsides of

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mandated

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hand,

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equality is a vital social agenda today, and introducing

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can be a powerful tool for achieving it. Despite making substantial efforts in their professional lives, women often face systemic bias and discrimination merely

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, providing equal or increased opportunities for women in the education system is crucial for creating a more inclusive world.

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can help address the historical underrepresentation of certain groups in specific fields,

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as engineering or humanities, ensuring diverse voices are nurtured across the intellectual landscape.

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, basing admissions solely on achieving a 50/50 split can compromise the principle of meritocracy. Evidence shows that if academic performance were the sole standard, some university departments might naturally admit more students of

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sex,

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as more women in humanities or more men in physics.

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diversity in the workplace is essential, mandating equality at the entry level can sometimes mean overlooking the most qualified candidates, regardless of

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, thereby potentially diluting the academic

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of

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programs. A

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argument against rigid

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is that an excessive focus on

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demographic issue may inadvertently neglect other urgent inequalities. Social defects

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as poverty, systemic racism, and issues related to disability can be far more pressing depending on a given geographic location or its developmental status. A university, with its limited resources, should

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supporting young people who are truly in need—those facing severe socio-economic disadvantages—rather than making

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balance the overwhelming priority. In conclusion,

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I acknowledge the importance of achieving

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inclusiveness and providing equal opportunities for all, I believe universities should adopt a flexible admission policy that targets diversity broadly.

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of rigid

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, institutions should aim for proportional representation,

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weighing other vital factors like socio-economic background and academic potential.