Explain Why Some People Believe That Governments Should Promote Artistic And Cultural Activities

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Name : Sevin
Class : 404
Date : 10.12.15
Some people believe that governments should fund and promote artistic and cultural activities for their citizens. Others, however ,think that these activities should be left to private individuals and institutions .Discuss both these views and give your opinion .
People are debating over which organ should invest and organize artistic and cultural activities ,whether it must be done by governments or private individuals and institutions. Private individuals and institutions can afford to its citizens a great deal of entertainment ,but it not necessarily that all will be public-oriented ,however governments are more reliable and trustworthy in terms of public interests.
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