YES
Mature enough
A student is mature enough to decide his or her occupation as he or she is aware of the unique traits, skills and passion that he or she possesses. The interference of parents may hamper true potential and conceal talent.
Debarpita Mandi Class Vlll, DAV Public School, Midnapore
Strained relationship
If parents force their choices on a student, it will lead to neglect of his or her interests which could lead to frustration in the student and a strained relationship with parents. Further, there are examples of such students having committed suicide as they were severely stressed, afraid of performing badly and felt insecure. Isn’t life more precious than a forced dream?
Piyush Nawalgaria CA Intermediate student, Calcutta
No pressure
A child should have the freedom to pursue his or her passion. If a career is thrust upon them, they may not perform as exceptionally. They will feel constant pressure and be unable to focus on their end goal.
Ishita Sah Class X, British International College, Johannesburg, South Africa
Unconventional choice
A typical Indian family is going to pushtheir child to pursue engineering, medical or UPSC. What they don’t understand is that there can be great careers even in fields such as music, dancing and designing.
Yafiha Hussain Class IX, Techno India Group Public School, Siliguri
NO
Experience counts
The life experiences of parents cannot be overlooked. They have a better understanding about right and wrong career choices. Parent always want you to makegood life decisions while students sometimes end up making wrong decisions. It is the wish of every parent to see their children well settled, thus they have the right to choose the career for the children.
Tenzing Kelsang Class XII, St. Joseph’s School, North Point, Darjeeling
Have faith
Parents know what is best for their child, his or her likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses. They pay their child’s fees. Students should have faith in their parents as they always want what is best for them.
Moubani Paul Class XII, St. Thomas’ High School, Dasnagar, Howrah
