Knowledge is Power

‘Knowledge is the power of awareness and perceptive gained from experience and education. This means that a person has the capability to gain and criticize information as a well educated individual who can take decisions based on his awareness and insight to deal with day to day situations in life. Knowledge is powerful as it gives him the ability to understand, analyze, evaluate, interpret and act or react effectively. Without wisdom it is not possible to act and execute wisely. Indeed, knowledge is essential to gain power.

Education is Important

Education plays an important role in growth and development of a person. One who is well-informed can perform better in life and increase the chances of success. With knowledge and education one becomes a valuable member of the society who recompenses the society with his wealth of knowledge. Education helps us build our opinion or view point on something and voice it. It develops in us the perception of looking at life. It gives us the freedom to express ourselves.

Positive Use of Knowledge is Vital

Knowledge is power only when it is used for human and environmental welfare. If knowledge is used adversely it can also be damaging to our society and nation. The one who is knowledgeable can have power over the one who doesn’t know much, it can be used to exploit the vulnerable individuals and groups of society. It can give rise to illegal activities and crimes in our nation and across the world. Medical science is being used for criminal purposes like organ transplants. Doctors are considered God in India and they can cure and save lives but if they use their knowledge to assist criminals instead of patients it can be damaging for the society.

Conclusion

Knowledge is the true strength of a person, but it is very important that it is used effectively for the welfare and prosperity of our nation. It gives you the ability to create as well as destroy.