Their not to make reply
their not a reason why,
their but to do and die.
These famous lines by Lord Alfred Tennyson emphasize the place of discipline in the army.
It is obvious that no army can function and no battle can be fought successfully if every soldier want to know what is the reason behind his superior’s order or if he argues with him about the necessity of his order. Discipline is necessary not only in the army but also in every organisation, in every walk of life,in every activity. Discipline requires a great deal of self control. But it should never restrict or reduce one’s freedom. On the contrary, it makes freedom all the more meaningful and create the necessary conditions in which freedom can be exercised or enjoyed. discipline is like the banks of the river which do not obstruct the flow of its water but makes it possible for the river to flow smoothly with proper force in the desired direction. discipline makes all the difference between success and failure, progress and stagnation. discipline is the very foundation on which success in any activity or work is based.
She great writer Edmund Spenser has said, ’A stern discipline pervades all nature, which is a little cruel that it may be very kind. ‘
Pramila Patil
