IELTS Essay # 4 - Many people agree that free public transportation should be available in most major cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this idea?

Essay # 4

Many people agree that free public transportation should be available in most major cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this idea?

Any major city thrives on its transport system for its smooth functioning. A large part of its population uses the public transport; therefore the idea of making it free of cost seems to be very appealing. However, I feel there would be more drawbacks to this concept, than the benefits.

Assuming that public transportation would not be chargeable, the section most benefited would be the working middle and lower-middle class. On the meagre income that they have to survive, this move can really prove to be a relief for them. Free public transport would also encourage more people to use it, thereby reducing the problem of traffic congestion in big cities, and with that, also marking a huge reduction in the air pollution caused by vehicles, which is also becoming a matter of concern.


Nonetheless, it is also undeniable that a large part of the revenue earned by the government comes from the public transportation systems and making it free of cost will be a huge blow, also making paying the transport workers their wages, an issue. Apart from reducing congestion on the roads, the increase in number of users in contrast to the number of, say buses for example, will cause congestion in the public transports, not to mention the possibility of decrement in quality and services.


To be honest, making public transport free does seem like a good idea, just not free for all. It can be made free for pregnant ladies, school going children, the elderly, as well as people with very poor incomes. I feel this model can be successful if implemented in a proper manner. (270 words)
IELTS Essay # 4 - Many people agree that free public transportation should be available in most major cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this idea? IELTS Essay # 4 -  Many people agree that free public transportation should be available in most major cities. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this idea? Reviewed by Devanshi on February 10, 2016 Rating: 5

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