• For as long as we are living, we have been following rules.

• Why are there so many rules?

• There are many people that don’t like following the rules because they
represent some kind of restrictions. However, in reality, life can’t be placed in
order without rules. Without rules and regulations as we know them, modern
civilization would definitely plunge itself into chaos.
• For example, if everyone could simply do what they want in a classroom, do
you think that much learning would take place? Is it an ideal environment for
learning? A classroom without rules would be downright chaotic.
• Today, we’re going to discuss the rule definition and its importance to the
modern society.
• What are Rules?
• To define a rule, it is a set of guidelines which has been established in all countries and
communities and has been accepted by all.
• The types of rules can differ from one country or community to another. The rule differences
are affected by factors like beliefs, social interactions, policies, and the type of government.
Violators are dealt with according to the penalties that come with the violation of the rules.
• Therefore, rules are a beneficial tool to guide and monitor the interactions between the
members of the society.
• There are rules that are considered informal like the ones that are set in a home or schools.
Breaking these guidelines will result in consequences like being grounded or detention. On
the other hand, there are codified rules and are expected to be followed by every member of
the community. Breaking these regulations will have more serious consequences like going to
jail or paying a fine.
• Why Rules are Important
• Why should we follow the guidelines that have been established in our society?
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• Protect the Weaker Class
• Rules are established to protect the weaker class in the society since they are at a
disadvantage if such regulations are broken. When rules are properly set and
followed, they provide a stable environment and human co-existence in a
community, resulting in peace and order.
• Rules are set to be in accordance with the desired results. For example,
regulations are used in schools in order to promote discipline and trust, in a bid to
provide a peaceful learning environment for the students as the desired result.
• Keep the People Safe
• Often times, the simplest of rules help protect us from ourselves. Like not driving
through an intersection when the light is red or not touching an electrified fence.
• If you just look at all the traffic regulations we have, you’ll see why they are set in
place. Just imagine how many devastating accidents will happen if everyone just
decided to disregard the rules.
• Also, the rules are there to protect us from one another, or more specifically, from
our basic self-serving instincts and self-destructive habits. If we don’t have the rule
of law that punishes criminal acts like murder and stealing, then you can trust that
crime rate will skyrocket. Even the most basic rule like proper garbage disposal
needs to be followed. Otherwise, the very planet will be at risk and will the entire
humankind.
• For Sports and Recreation
• Without the existence of rules and regulations, is it even possible to
have games and sports?
• A game is only as good as its rules. Participants perform actions
according to the regulations and are judged based on how the rules are
followed. True enough, we enjoy playing or watching games and
sports because everyone agrees on what the rules are. In games and
sports, not following the rules is frowned upon.
• Job Security
• Obeying a company or organization’s policies will not guarantee that you will
have that job forever. However, adhering to these regulations ensure that you
won’t lose your job as a result of your own inability to follow the rules.
• If an employee fails to follow the company rules, he or she will receive a “write-
up.” It will take more than one minor offense to get an employee fired but a
write-up is still reflected on your record. When layoffs happen, the person with
many offenses is more likely to be let go than someone with a clean record.
• This is also true for promotions.
• An employee with a clean record is more likely to be in a better position for a
promotion than someone who doesn’t.
• Rules are Rules
• All rules and regulations are designed to protect the lives of all
individuals. These guidelines show a community member what is right
to do and to what extent. As time goes, new rules are needed or old
ones are changed in order to fit the present state of the society.
• Without rules, any country or society will not be able to function in
any way.