[Madhu Soni]

Although the children studying at basic level ought to learn small scale farming and rearing cattle, it has numerous advantages and disadvantages. However, the disadvantages are more than the advantages. I have many reasons in support of my answer.

Firstly, many life skills interlinked with these farming techniques can be taught while growing vegetables. These smaller children are at a very tender age. Whatever they see, will be imprinted in their minds for a lifetime. They learn to empathize with the farmers who work for the whole day to earn their livelihood. Secondly, it will give these tiny toddlers a sense of achievement whenever they see their budding plants. Additionally, they will also learn the importance of working hard.

As long as these activities are done under the supervision of adults, they will not harm the children. But exposure to cattle may give a chance to contract many communicable diseases. For example, ringworms and hookworms are the most common diseases that may cause severe infections in smaller children. Moreover, exposure to chemicals such as pesticides and fertilizers have hazardous effect on well being of individuals. On one hand, the inhalation of these chemicals are dangerous to the children and on the other hand, there are various micro organisms that can cause skin related issues.

Despite the development of interpersonal relationship and cognitive skills, these farming and cattle rearing process can take a toll on these young children’s health. In my opinion, it is not advisable that the children of smaller age group should be exposed to animal rearing and vegetable farming.