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Is patriotism outmoded today?
Discuss.
Patriotism is a loyal feeling which one has about his own
country. In the words of Scott when he said “this is my
own, my native land”, he must have a deep and
passionately loyal feeling for his country. According to this
a man without this feeling dies unsung and unhonored.
This feeling had kindly many former nations into actions. It
has made people fight against tyrants and deposed them.
It has shaken the very roots of empires. In very nation and
in very language the bards have sung about the greatness
of Patriotism and they have called upon Patriotism to
brook no delay in throwing out the conqueror.
One must take pride in the culture and beauty of one’s
own country. The rivers, mountains, hills, valleys and
dales much inspire his Patriotic feeling. He must fight
against the forces that tarnish the fair name of his country.
Given a chance, he should encourage the art and trade of
his country. He must support his country as his duty. He
will never do anything that would bring down the fair name
and image of his country.
One must live for his country and even be prepared to
sacrifice all for the sake of his country.
Nationalism is a phenomenon mostly seen today in many
countries. These people become militant and are against
foreigners who had come and settled in one’s country.
There may be legitimate fear warranting such action as in