RISING PRICES OF ESSENTIAL COMMODITIES MAKE LIFE DIFFICULT FOR THE COMMON MAN
By Nalini/Ranbir
As alarming as it sounds, the rise in prices is considered to be a positive indicator of a developing economy. However, today the prices of the essential commodities have risen so much that the real worth of people's income has declined. Most of the people live from hand to mouth these days. Further, the basic necessities of the common man are sold at a great price so much so that they have doubled at an alarming rate. It is uncommon to not see businessmen or sometimes middlemen hoard goods and wait for the prices to go up, so that they can then sell the goods at exorbitant prices. The Government therefore, should ensure equal distribution of basic commodities. Further, families can take up steps to improve this situation by budgeting wisely and curbing unnecessary expenses. Students can contribute by reusing and recycling every item that they own to ensure maximum use and save on unrequired expenditure.