Complete the activities as per the instructions given below : (16 marks)Q.4 (C) Attempt ‘Any One’ of the following activities : (4 marks)(III) Expansion of Idea : Expand the following idea with the help of the points given below in about 100/150 word…

Answer: Explain the idea, develop it with examples covering all the points, and end with a conclusion, about 150 words.

Forgiveness is often better than punishment

The idea means that pardoning a wrongdoer often changes him more effectively than punishing him. Every human being makes mistakes. When we forgive, we give the person a chance to realise the error and improve.

Forgiveness is a sign of a large heart and true humanity. It removes anger and hatred from our own mind and brings peace. Great souls like Mahatma Gandhi and Gautama Buddha won over even their enemies with forgiveness and love. A thief who is forgiven and given a chance to work honestly often becomes a good citizen.

Punishment is not always useful. It may create fear, but it can also cause bitterness, revenge and rebellion, and the person may repeat the mistake secretly. A student scolded harshly may hide his faults, but one who is forgiven and guided often reforms himself.

Of course, serious crimes need punishment, but in daily life forgiveness heals relationships and builds a kinder society.