MC, I think we are arguing for nothing. I don't say, no need to enforce the laws! That would be ideal world. What I say is Qatar is doing great by not ONLY enforcing the law, but also by spreading awareness, and educating people. And you say it's not necessary, which seems weird to me, considering from which part of the world you are coming.
And yes, in the countries where education and awareness regarding smoking are spread widely, people smoke much less. And not only because they are afraid of being fined.
And yes, in the countries where education and awareness about driving are spread widely, people drive much better, and again, not only because they are afraid of being fined. They are more careful, polite, and attentive.
Education develops a good style, deep understanding, and higher level of responsibility in general. I hope, you are not going to deny it.
Here is simple example of how education can change people. Until now, in some places of the world people still don’t wash their hands before having a meal. And hey, there is NO law which forces you to wash your hands. But in some parts of the world people wash hands voluntary, while in the other parts they still don't care about this simple procedure! You are I, and others, do a LOT of things, because we or our mothers/fathers or grandmothers/grandfathers got educated and got aware of these things. It became normal part of our lives.
Inculcating of some habits might take generation(s). And I am happy for Qatar authorities, that they understand necessity of such educational campaigns.
MC, I think we are arguing for nothing. I don't say, no need to enforce the laws! That would be ideal world. What I say is Qatar is doing great by not ONLY enforcing the law, but also by spreading awareness, and educating people. And you say it's not necessary, which seems weird to me, considering from which part of the world you are coming.
And yes, in the countries where education and awareness regarding smoking are spread widely, people smoke much less. And not only because they are afraid of being fined.
And yes, in the countries where education and awareness about driving are spread widely, people drive much better, and again, not only because they are afraid of being fined. They are more careful, polite, and attentive.
Education develops a good style, deep understanding, and higher level of responsibility in general. I hope, you are not going to deny it.
Here is simple example of how education can change people. Until now, in some places of the world people still don’t wash their hands before having a meal. And hey, there is NO law which forces you to wash your hands. But in some parts of the world people wash hands voluntary, while in the other parts they still don't care about this simple procedure! You are I, and others, do a LOT of things, because we or our mothers/fathers or grandmothers/grandfathers got educated and got aware of these things. It became normal part of our lives.
Inculcating of some habits might take generation(s). And I am happy for Qatar authorities, that they understand necessity of such educational campaigns.