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People usually involve in such social crime to live a luxurious life without
working. Mostly drug addicted, alcoholic, gamblers or unemployed people
are found in such crime.

Such activities are serious social problems and evils. They usually

violate social peace and harmony and are considered as obstacles for
development.

Rita : Raman, did you hear about
the news? Our neighbor,
Danbir’s house has been
broken into. They stole
all the gold and silver
ornaments with cash from
his house. Why are people

involved in such criminal
activities?

Raman : I respect your opinion. But,
I think there are various
reasons behind theft and
robbery. They may be
unemployed but are over
ambitious. They might be
alcoholic, drug addicted or
gamblers.

Rita : I think you are right. Our carelessness is also a major factor
behind encouraging such people, isn’t it?

Raman : Yes, our carelessness certainly encourages theft and robbery.
For example, people wearing gold ornaments while travelling
in the night buses might encourage robbers.

Rita : We should close all doors and windows of house before
going somewhere. We should keep our precious items in
the safe or in banks.

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