When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
In this modern day and age, it is very important that there is innovation in every aspect of our life. However, technological advancement does not necessarily mean that the traditional skills and ways of life need to be put on the back burner. There are several reasons why I am of the strong opinion that the arts, crafts and customs of our ancestors ought to be preserved.
The most important reason is from the health point of view. Our forefathers used to walk long distances to fulfill their everyday tasks. However, with the advent of motor vehicles and other modes of transport, this ba...
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