batch 4 aecs English engineering lab presentation

English

1. A Nation of Rules, A Habit of Breaking Batch-4 23H51A0439 23H51A0446 23H51A0448

2. Introduction India, the world's largest democracy, is governed by an extensive framework of laws, regulations, and constitutional mandates designed to uphold justice, equality, and civic order. From the visionary drafting of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to the intricate legal codes spanning every aspect of public and private life, India is undeniably a nation built on rules. Yet, paradoxically, there exists a deeply ingrained cultural tendency to bend, bypass, or outright ignore these very rules in daily life—from traffic violations and tax evasion to bureaucratic shortcuts and social norms.

3. Historical Roots of Rule-Bending

4. Cultural and social factors

5. Everyday Rule-breaking In India 🚮 Littering and Waste Disposal Throwing garbage on roads, open plots, or rivers despite Swachh Bharat initiatives. Lack of segregation and illegal dumping by households and businesses.

6. Traffic violations Riding without helmets or seatbelts. Ignoring traffic signals, driving on the wrong side, and over-speeding. Use of mobile phones while driving. 8 crore traffic challans were issued in 2024. The total fines issued during the year stood at Rs 12,000 crore (Rs 9,000 crore remain unpaid). To put that into perspective, the fines collected in India exceeded the GDP of many small countries.

7. Bribery and corruption Paying bribes for faster services in government offices. Manipulating documents or bypassing procedures through “agents.”

8. Overpricing beyond MRP Selling packaged food, books, or water bottles above the printed Maximum Retail Price (MRP), especially in tourist spots, railway stations, and cinemas. Violates the Legal Metrology Act.

9. Illegal constructions and encroachments Building without permits or violating zoning laws. Encroaching on public land, footpaths, or green spaces.

10. Noise pollution violations

11. conclusion India’s legal richness is undermined by habitual rule-breaking. Real change requires reform and a shift in mindset. A strong rule of law is essential for development and justice “The rule of law is not just about laws—it’s about how deeply they live in the hearts of the people.” This reinforces the idea that laws must be internalized, not just enforced.