Essay- Generation Gap

 Generation Gap 

Introduction Generation gap is a term , which is given to the gap between two generations ; the younger generation and their elders , especially between children and their parents . Everything is affected with the change of time , the age , the culture , manners , morality etc. It is a fact that this difference affects everyone .

Context Generation is gap an everlasting social phenomenon . Every generation lives at a certain time under certain condition . So , different generations have their own system of values and views . And every side wants to uphold the principles they believe in . This problem has remained unresolved throughout ages .

 Generation gap is the difference in attitude or lack of understanding between younger and older generation . Today everybody likes to live and behave in his own way . This attitude has enlarge the generation gap , which is becoming wider day - by - day .

 Significance It is now disrupting the family life completely . The elders look after the children and make all sorts of sacrifices to bring them up . Parents want children to follow their instructions as they believe it is for the benefit of children and would do them good . On the other hand , children face immense pressure of exams and cut throat competition , and think that parents know nothing about the demands of this fast paced world . In the end , despite love and affection for each other , both are drained of energy and are unable to understand the other . 

Conclusion Unlike West , in India , this problem is yet in the initial stages , but the gap has appeared and it is going to grow bigger day - by - day . " If you want happiness for a lifetime , help the next generation " , says a Chinese proverb . So , it is not only the responsibility of the younger generation , but also of the elders to fill this gap with their love , affection and trust . The problem , in fact , has grown and intensified due to rise in complexities of modern life .