Gre analytical Writing issue essay Topic 101

GRE Analytical Writing ISSUE Essay Topic - 117 
"Government should not fund any scientific research whose consequences, either medical or 
ethical, are unclear." 
GRE AWA Analytical Writing ISSUE Essay Sample 
Solution - 117 
The government of a country shoulders a great responsibility of keeping its populace happy. For 
the betterment of its people, there are times when the government has to make decisions that are 
met with severe criticism. There are chances that some decisions go against the nation in the long 
run and the government is later apologetic about it. In some cases, the impact of a decision of 
one country is felt by other nations as well. It is, thus, very essential that a government keeps in 
mind the goodwill of its people, and the world as a whole, before any decisions are taken. This is 
exceptionally true for a government in matters related with scientific research. Where I do not 
completely agree with the views of the author, I cannot disagree with him either. In my view, 
deep contemplation should precede any decision making regarding research and regular checks 
during the research should ensure that medical and ethical consequences are foreseen. 
It is only through research that we can make progress. Scientific research is like a chain reaction 
and one invention or discovery leads to another. In most cases, discoveries are accidental but 
inventions are a result of directed efforts. A discovery in itself is not sufficient, it is only after 
research is carried out that the true potential of a thing is realized and exploited. One cannot limit 
oneself while researching unless there are set objectives that one is trying to achieve. Scientific 
research is not only for the purpose of inventing something new; it is, in fact, a means of 
increasing one's knowledge about the various advancements taking place all around the world. 
How else would any country be able to make use of any development taking place anywhere in 
the world? 
Since the progress of any nation depends on its government, it becomes obligatory for the 
government to fund research work. Where funding projects is important, it is equally vital for the 
government to keep a track about whatever research is happening. There are some medical and 
ethical questions that are always associated with research work, but mostly we have to overlook 
such issues. For instance, one cannot do away with experimenting on rats for research purpose 
until an equally good substitute is found. Besides, a government has to decide pragmatically 
what gains priority. 
In most cases, the results of research work are unclear. It is only when experimentation is carried 
out and observations are made, that the true value of a research is brought out. It is nearly 
impossible to work upon a subject if the minds of researchers are restricted and their funds are 
limited. In my view, research should be funded, but the medical and ethical consequences should 
be weighed from time to time. It is not wise to freeze funds before any headway is made and 
consequences are apparent. Take for instance cloning. We all know that cloning of humans 

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would lead to unimaginable tribulations. There is no point in a country's investing in such 
research. Nonetheless, cloning endangered species shall help conserve them. For this purpose, it 
becomes necessary for a country to research in this direction. 
In today's world, it is essential that every nation be independent in terms of scientific research 
and technological advancement. Countries that have progressed in science and technology are 
the ones that are the most developed and powerful. Some developing and underdeveloped 
nations lack the infrastructure and funds to support research while others like U.S.A. are leaders 
in scientific development. At the same time, the governing body of a country should be abreast 
with what the scientific fraternity of the country is doing and should impose restrictions 
wherever necessary. 

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