IELTS Essay Topics on Culture and Tradition

1. Just like the government spends funds on music and theatre,

it does the same on arts too which is considered a waste of
money. Don’t you think that the government should spend
more on revamping public services? Do you agree? If no,
then why?

2. Many monuments, which are a part of our cultural diversity

are protected and reconstructed by law. A few people think
these structures should be destroyed and something new
should be constructed. How important is it to put more effort
into monuments maintenance? Do you think that through
their maintenance, history is coming in the way of progress?

IELTS Essay Topics on Environment

3. According to you, what are the major problems due to which

developed countries have become the major contributors to
global warming? What are the main problems leading to
global warming?
4. One of the most critical issues that the environment is facing
is that of global warming. What are the measures the
government can take to reduce such issues?

5. Overpopulation in the country is a serious issue that has

given rise to numerous problems. Elaborate one or two
serious issues and give a plausible solution for them which
governments can implement.

Topics on Media
6. Do you believe that the celebrities are ill-treated by media or
it is the price they have to pay for their stardom? Regardless
of fame, their privacy should be respected or not?

7. Media has unintentionally left a negative impact on children.

Often, they end up watching violence which is not advised at
such a tender age. Do you agree or disagree with this?

8. What are your views on the false means of advertising used

by media agencies?
9. What is the impact of computer games on the children of
today? Is it helping their development or making them
worse? Why and why not? Use specific reasons and
examples to support your answer.

10. Successful sportsmen can earn a great deal more than

people in other important professions. Some people think
this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss
both views and give your own opinion.

11. Some people believe that advertising has a strong

effect on a person’s decision-making process. Others feel
that it has little or no real impact. Discuss both views and
give your own opinion.
IELTS Essay Topics Related to Education

12. Education is a fundamental right. Thus, it should be free

of cost for everyone regardless of personal wealth. Do you
agree or disagree with it?

13. While few people believe that the education provided by

universities helps graduates get better jobs. Others think that
there are many wider advantages of education through
universities. Elucidate upon these views and give your
opinion.

14. Do you align with the thought that educational activities

must be incorporated in children’s free time? What do you
think about this argument?

15. Co-ed schools are considered better than boys and

girls being educated separately. Discuss both sides and give
your own opinion.

Topics on Society

16. It is observed in many countries that women do not feel

the need to get married. Locals believe that women have
started earning and have become independent as they have
their own source of income, thus, they do not require the
financial security that marriage brings. Up to what extent do
you agree or disagree with this statement?
17. It is always believed that globalization has both
advantages as well as disadvantages. State prominent
advantages as well as disadvantages as per your opinion.

18. Over the last decade, it was majorly seen that people
were eager to move from rural areas towards the urban
areas. What do you think has caused this? What problems
can this bring up?

19. Every culture around us has made its mark in history in

one or the other way. Why do you think it is important to
familiarize the next generation with history?

20. Some people spend more and some spend less for
wedding parties, birthday parties and other celebrations? Is it
a waste of money or a social requirement? Include specific
details and examples to support your choice.

21. Some people believe that in the near future there will be
no borders between countries, while others feel that national
borders will always remain. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.
 22. Teenage years are the happiest times of most people’s
lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness in
spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both views and give
your own opinion.

IELTS Essay Topics Related to Food and Eating Habits

23. Many children around us are obese and overweight.

What according to you has led to this common problem
amongst the children? What measures can be taken to
resolve this?

24. To cope up with the pace of the fast moving world,

many of us have now started to replace main meals with fast
food. What according to you are the advantages of this step
that have outweigh the disadvantages?

25. Over the past few years, the media has portrayed the
image of a young woman as a thin lady. What according to
you are the problems caused by this conception?

26. Due to the severe repercussions of eating fast food on

a daily basis, some people think that the only way to prevent
this is to ban fast food. Do you agree or disagree with the
statement?
27. In many countries, fast food is becoming cheaper and
more widely available. Do the disadvantages of this
outweigh the advantages?

28. People often argue that eating junk food has led to an
unhealthy lifestyle. This problem has become more common
among young people these days. Do you agree or disagree
that junk food is the cause of the issue?

29. Governments in many countries have recently

introduced special taxes on foods and beverages with high
levels of sugar. Some think these taxes are a good idea
while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.

30. Today’s society provides people with various ways to

lose weight, such as special diets or exercise regimes. Many
people believe though that poor food and today’s lifestyle
should be addressed first. What is your opinion?
 31. In many countries today, the eating habits and lifestyles
of children are different from those of previous generations.
Some people say this has had a negative effect on their
health In many countries today, the eating habits and
lifestyles of children are different from those of previous
generations. Some people say this has had a negative effect
on their health. What is your opinion?

Topics on Communication and Personality

32. Some people fail in school but end up being successful

in life. What do you think is important in life- performing well
in school or being successful after school?

33. With the advent of the internet, texting has become the
modern way of communicating due to which face to face
communication will become a thing of the past. Upto what
extent do you agree?

34. With the help of the internet, many people have now
started to communicate with others online comfortably rather
than confronting them face to face. According to you, what
are the advantages as well as disadvantages of
communicating online?

35. Due to frequent slangs or short forms used in the

modern way of texting, people have started believing that
this is the death of grammar and spelling. Discuss both the
sides of the argument.
 36. New-age Celebrities from Instagram and Tik-tok are
more famous for their glamourous lifestyle than their
achievements. Does this affect the children who follow
them? State your opinion.

37. Some people prefer to keep their private life separate

from their work while others spend their leisure time with
their colleagues. Discuss both views and give your opinion

IELTS Essay Topics Related to Crime and Punishment

38. People believe that certain criminals should be made to

do community service instead of putting them behind the
bars. Up to what extent do you agree?

39. To what extent do you think that technology has played

a role in decreasing the crime rate?

40. In some societies the crime rate committed by

teenagers is increasing. Thus, the people believe that they
should receive punishments like adults. According to you
what are the disadvantages of it?
 41. Do you agree or disagree with having more police on
the streets will decrease the overall crime rate of a country?

42. Studies show that most young children who commit

crimes have been abused in some way by their parents.

43. Many studies show that poor people are more likely to
be involved in petty and serious crimes than people who
come from higher income groups. Do you agree?

44. What is the importance of stable family structures in

preventing crime in a country? State your opinion.

Other Questions

Apart from these category wise questions, here are some other
general IELTS essay topics:

45. Some people believe that one of the most beneficial

inventions like mobile phones has somehow disrupted our
social lives. What is your view on this statement?

46. Being a young mind, do you agree that people should

take advice from elders rather than from the younger ones?
Support your answer with valuable points
47. The increasing dependency of people on their mobile
phones is a positive or negative development in society?

48. Some people think that wearing a uniform at work is

essential whereas others think that it is unnecessary.
Present your views on both sides of the argument.

49. Have you ever lived away from your parents? Describe
your living situation and explain its advantages and
disadvantages. Include specific details and examples to
support your choice.

50. Some people prefer to work in the same type of job

throughout their lifetime while others like to change the type
of job they do. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

51. Some people think that illegal Internet downloads are

having a negative effect on the music industry. Others feel
that they have little or no impact on artists. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.
52. People who read for pleasure in their free time have a
better imagination than those who prefer to watch TV. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

53. Children often complain that history lessons are boring

because they are about a past that is dead. How can
schools bring history alive for pupils?

54. People are waiting until their thirties to get married and
have children these days. Do you think this is a positive or
negative development?

55. Some people say that the educational success of a

student is the result of the work of a good teacher. Others
say it depends on the character of the student. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.

56. Some people think that in order to solve traffic and

transportation problems people should be encouraged to live
in suburbs or countryside rather cities to what extent do you
agree or disagree?
57. In modern society, it is possible to go shopping, work
and accommodate via the internet without face to face
contact with one another. To what extent do you think this is
a positive or negative development?
58. Many people believe that spending a lot of money on
celebrations (birthdays/weddings) is a waste of money.
Others believe that it is important for the individuals and
society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

59. Information technology is changing many aspects of our

lives and now dominates our home, leisure and work
activities. To what extent do the benefits of IT outweigh the
disadvantages?

60. Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop

their creativity. Some people think that artists should have
total freedom to express any thoughts and ideas. To what
extend do you agree or disagree?

61. It is absolutely true fact that people cannot but imagine

their lives without music. It totally interferes in each sphere of
human life. What are the most popular music styles today?
Discuss this point of view and give your personal opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant
examples from your own experience or knowledge.

62. Some people say a person’s success in adult life is the

result of the way they were brought up as a child by their
parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
63. The best way for the country to prepare for future is to
invest on the young people. Do you agree or disagree?

64. Essay topics: Nowadays celebrities earn more money

than politicians. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive
or negative development

65. One people believe that family is more important than

friends. To what extent do you agree and disagree?

66. Nowadays children watch a lot of TV and play video

games. However, some people think that activities are not
good for a child's mental health. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?

67. Most countries allow 18year old to start driving a car.

Some say it is good to allow driving at that age. Others think
that the age to start driving should be at least 25 years.
Discuss both views.

68. Some people think that the government should

spend taxpayers’ funds on cultural activities such as
music or art. Others think this is a waste of money.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
69. Wealthy nations should assist poorer countries with
humanitarian relief during natural disasters. Do you agree or
disagree.

70. Many people go through life doing work that they hate
have no talents for. Why does this happen? What are the
consequences of this situation?

71. In some countries the unemployment is high, therefore

some people think children should study only primary
education and not secondary education because they cannot
find jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

72. In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a

general educational across a range of subjects. In others,
children focus on a narrowly range of subjects to related to a
particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in
today’s world?

73. In recent years, some countries have experienced rapid

economic development. This has resulted in much higher standards
of living in urban areas but not in the country side. This situation
may bring some problems for the country as a whole. What are these
problems? How might they be reduced
74. Some shops are open 24 hours a day and 7 days a
week. Do you think it is a good thing for the customers, shop
staff and company as a whole?

75. Some people say that every human being can create
art, for example painting. Others think only the people born
with the ability can create art. Discuss both view and give
your opinion?

76. Computers are being used more and more in

education. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.

77. Media and news show vulgar crime on news which

causes fear and provoke culprits. Some people think that
crime news on TV should not be broadcasted.to what extend
do you agree or disagree?

78. Write about the following topic: These days, more and
more people move away from the area where they were
born and brought up when they become adults. Do the
advantages of this development outweigh the
disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include
any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.
79. Crime has been rising amongst young population in
many countries. Provide cause and solution.

80. Some people believe that having a pet such as a cat or

a dog helps old people to live more enjoyable life and try to
stay healthier. How do you think old people benefit from
having a pet? Do you think there are any problems related to
old people who have pets?

81. In some areas of the us a curfew is imposed, in which

teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a
particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an
adult. What is your opinion about this?

82. Some people think that developing countries need

financial help from international organization to continue their
development. On the other hand, others think that practical
aid or advice is more useful. Discuss both view and give
your opinion.

83. Some people believe that because of modern

technology, it is no longer necessary for people to learn
handwriting skills, while others think that handwriting is still
an important skill.
84. Some people believe that one-on-one lessons are
better for learning while others think that group lessons are
superior. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

85. Reading books keeps a person’s mind active, whereas

watching films and television is passive and does not require
a person to use their imagination. To what extent do you
agree or disagree with this statement?

86. Some people said that it is prime duty of government of

developing countries to provide basic amenities such as
health, education. Give your opinion.

87. Many people work from home using modern technology

today. Some people think that only the workers benefit from
this not the employers. Do you agree or disagree?

88. Shopping has become a favorite pastime among young

people. Why do you think it is like that? Do you think they
must be encouraged to do other things rather than
shopping?

89. Write about the following topic. In many countries, a

small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some
people believe that this is good for the country, but others
think that governments should not allow salaries above a
 certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own
opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any
relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

90. Some experts suppose that when a country is already

rich, any additional increase in economic wealth does not
make its citizens happier. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

91. Instructions Read the question below and write an

opinion essay. You should spend no more than 40 minutes
on this task. Remember to write down a clear thesis
statement followed by your essay plan. Only then attempt
to write this essay. One way to reduce the problem of traffic
congestion is by increasing the tax on private vehicles. Do
you think this is a feasible solution?

92. Small businesses are disappearing and being replaced

by large multinational companies. Do the advantages
outweigh the disadvantages?

93. Topic: Some people believe that studying at university

or college is the best route to a successful career, while
others believe that it is better to get a job straight after
school. Discuss both views.
94. Some people think parents should read or tell stories to
children. Others think parents needn't do that as children can
read books or watch TV, movies by themselves. Discuss
both views and give your own opinion.

95. Some people think that the government should take

care of disadvantaged people such as the unemployed and
homeless people. Do you agree or dis agree?

96. I many countries people tend to move overseas or

move to a different part of their country after their retirement.
Discuss why it is so and the outcome of the situation.
Provide specific reasons and examples to support your
opinion.

97. Some people believe that modern inventions have more

problems as compared to their benefits. Do you agree or
disagree with this view?

98. some people think there are things individuals can do to help
prevent global climate change others believe that children actions by
individuals is used as an in in relay band and that is only government
and a large business which can make a difference discuss both view
and give your own opinion

99. The human activity has had a negative effect on plants

and animals all over the world. Some people think that it is
 too late to do something about it. Others think that there is
still time to take actions regarding it. Discuss both sides and
give your own opinion.

100. Tourist -positive or negative development. It has

become easier and more affordable for people to travel to
other countries, do you think it is a positive or negative
development? Give your opinion and regent examples from
your experience

101. Now many people think that we are spending too much
money and time on protecting wild animals. The money
should be better spent on human population. Do you agree
or disagree?

102. Competitiveness is considered to be a positive quality

among people. How does competitiveness affect
individuals? Is competitiveness a positive or negative
qualities?

103. Many university degree holders cannot find a job in

their chosen profession. What factors may have caused this
situation and what, in your opinion, should be done about it?