Major Topics for GP Essay (General)

1. Considering the increasing threat of terrorism, are governments justified in limiting people's rights?
2. 'Tourism brings less developed countries more harm than good.' Comment.
3. 'Nothing but provocation and self-centeredness.' Is this a fair description of the state of affairs in today's world?
4. Should historical monuments and objects be preserved when such an undertaking is very expensive or even a source of unhappiness?
5. Consider the view that travel is of little value to the tourist.
6. Is diversity necessarily a good thing?
7. 'There is no cause for optimism today.' What is your view?
8. 'History cannot be relied upon to tell the truth.' Do you agree?
9. 'Travel, rather than reading, is the best way to learn.' How far do you agree?
10. 'The more society advances, the more people want to remember the past.' How far do you agree?
11. How effective is imprisonment in combatting crime?
12. 'The study of History is underrated.' Do you agree?
13. How far can a culturally diverse society build unity?
14. 'History is just a set of lies.' Discuss.
15. To what extent are wars and conflicts due to poor leadership?
16. Can government surveillance eradicate the threat of terrorism?
17. 'In an increasingly uncertain world, there is little point in predicting the future.' Discuss.
18. Should the government aim to achieve consensus when making national policies?
19. Should the State have unlimited power to deal with the increasing threat of terrorism?
20. 'No cause is ever worth dying for.' Discuss.
21. Is competition always desirable?
22. Is change always good?
23. How effective are prisons in addressing the problem of crime?
24. 'It is a mistake to give criminals a second chance.' Is this view valid?
25. Evaluate the claim that a knowledge of history is more of an advantage than a problem for political leaders today.
26. 'Everyone has a part to play in tackling global issues.' How far do you agree?