Some animal species, such as the dinosaurs, became extinct as a result of natural causes. Thus, extinction is a normal part of the world's evolution and actions should not be taken to prevent the disappearance of today’s endangered animals. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There is no doubt that before man came onto the evolutionary stage a lot of species such as the dinosaurs were already extinct owing to natural causes. Extinction is a normal part of nature. Yet to think we have no role to play in the extinction of some of the endangered species in the present times is not right. Human action is responsible for a lot of environmental problems.

No species before the human being was blessed with as evolved a consciousness as we have. Thus, if we have the mind to create, discover and invent, we also have the power to destroy, exploit and wipe out. First of all, excessive cutting of forests has led to changes in weather patterns which make it difficult for many species to survive. This process of deforestation also leads to loss of habitat of the species and slowly their numbers start to decrease. Secondly, greed and mindless pursuit of passions like hunting or killing for the purpose of use in the fashion industry are responsible for destruction of nature as well. Thirdly, industrial and other kinds of pollution disturb the ecological balance of our environment. As a result, water, soil, air is so full of pollutants now, that not only other species but the human kind is at high risk too.

It is true that extinction and death are parts of the natural cycle of life. But mindless and irresponsible human action is leading to the unnatural and untimely death of many species. This can be prevented if we spread awareness about the importance of caring for our environment.

Thus, I disagree with the notion that we should not try to prevent the extinction of plant and animal species because it is only occurring due to natural causes.