It is argued that whether extreme sports should be banned or not, as some people are in favor of personal freedom. High-risk sports should be allowed to do with adequate precautions.
Two main benefits lie behind banning of them. One of them is safety concerns. Dangerous sports would bring serious problems to or even death to risk takers, as well as short-term entertainment. The government is responsible for its citizens’ safety and by banning them – the government does not worry about it- country will pay more attention to other important things, such as standard of living and urban infrastructure. Some sports, like jumping from the peak of the mountain with a parachute, may be ended with injuries and fatalities. Additionally, outlawing significantly affects public health costs, as risky sports cause high healthcare bills and long-term medical service. Prohibiting them can reduce the financial strain on healthcare services, allocating more money to other prioritized plans -such as education.
Notwithstanding, autonomy should be considered. If dangerous sports are free to take up, inhabitants would feel autonomy about their own lives. They could embrace opportunities such as giving a try to sports-like rock climbing or jumping from tall buildings-with taking precautions, such as receiving proper instruction and using tools without even a small glitch. Moreover, these sports are considered as core of revenue, as they can boost economy of tourism industry. Distinctive tourist attractions specialized for extreme sports due to unemployment when the government prohibits them. Extreme sports do not only provide individuals with entertainment, but also some people make a living with their jobs in this industry.
In conclusion, people should be free on their personal choices, although dangerous sports lead to health-related issues.