
Is the COVID 19 Coronavirus a Boon or a Bane? Corona Virus effects on Nature, Lifestyle
For the past few months, one thing is constantly troubling
humanity, and that is the new COVID 19 Coronavirus Pandemic. While questions
arise like will the Corona Pandemic ever end? This article looks at the pros
and cons of the Corona Virus Pandemic.
Just like every coin has two sides, we have some positive as
well as some negative effects due to the coronavirus pandemic.
What is working?
Let us start with what is working. With the majority of
industries and the economy closed down, very few businesses are working currently.
And these are majorly the necessities. All the necessary goods and services
continue to function as before. While medicals and hospitals are working hard
to manage the patients in this pandemic, vegetable vendors and groceries are
charging higher to make a quick profit. In all this time we have realized what the
necessities for living a simple life are. With shopping malls, theatres and
travel completely closed down we now know what is required for a living and
what the unnecessary things in life are.
Economic Depression
The countries everywhere are facing a huge depression due to the
lockdowns imposed to contain the coronavirus. In this situation, many of the
things are in the hands of governments around the world. The economies
around the world are already in deep pressure before the pandemic broke out.
But Coronavirus pandemic has given rise to a big economic depression, which we
might have to face in the upcoming days.
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Poverty and unemployment
The Coronavirus pandemic will make the rich richer and the poor
poorer. While the poverty levels rise, another problem imposed upon us is that
of unemployment. Unemployment leads to underutilization of human resources,
which is bad for the economy. This in turn fuels poverty. And other businesses
which depend on the purchasing power of people will also suffer.
Life and Lifestyle
With Coronavirus pandemic everyone is forced to stay at home.
Almost everyone across the world is under some or other type of a lockdown. With
this virus, hotels, restaurants may become a thing of the past. At most, we
will be able to order food at home in the later stages. But the cafe culture
and hotels and restaurants will take a hard time starting again.
Many of the lifestyle changes like eating at home, working from
home and online learning are here to stay. We have started to see that these
are a better option rather than commuting to work for hours.
Corona Virus effects on Nature
With the Coronavirus, every human being has retreated to the
safety of their homes. This has given nature a fresh breath of air. We have
been constantly exploiting the natural resources and now in this pandemic, one
thing is winning that is nature. Most of the places have rejuvenated in this
lockdown period and at many places wildlife is being spotted on the roads and
in common public spaces. Birds have got the clear skies to roam around. And
many of them have returned to the balconies and rooftops.
Animals and Wildlife
After being at home alone and facing cabin fever we have now
realized our cruelty towards animals. Zoo culture and keeping wild animals
should now be a thing of the past. Using animals and isolating them from their
natural habitats and their groups is so cruel. And this we got to understand
only after sitting at home for a while or being forced to stay home for a
while. We may have paid a ticket at a zoo earlier, but not anymore.
Travel Industry
Without any doubt, the travel industry is the worst hit, in
these crises. With all the nations sealing their national boundaries and all
means of transport completely halted, travel has come to a full stop. It will
be some time before we get to travel again. But until then we can appreciate
the power of technology and travel virtually. Excessive travel had also caused
overutilization of tourist spots and natural resources. This lockdown has given
them some time to breathe.
So these are some pros and cons of the Corona Virus Pandemic. We
will surely have to adapt and change a few habits and ways of life to survive.
And before we even know the pandemic will be over. Until then don't forget to
wash your hands thoroughly. Try not to touch your face, and consult a doctor as
soon as you have a sore throat or a difficulty in breathing.