IELTS government & law
essay questions.

“Some governments invest huge sums in space research while others say the money should be spent on Earth-bound problems. Discuss both views.”

“Some argue widespread CCTV cameras make cities safer; others say they invade privacy. Discuss both views and give your opinion.”

“Some governments set a minimum wage to protect workers. Others argue it harms small businesses. Discuss both sides and give your view.”

“More government services are moving online. Is this a positive or negative development?”

“Some countries impose strict term limits on political leaders, while others allow them to remain in office indefinitely. Discuss both views.”

“Some believe the death penalty deters serious crime, while others see it as inhumane. Discuss both views and give your opinion.”

“Some governments have introduced bans on single-use plastic bags. Is this an effective policy?”

“Some say governments should fund the arts; others think public money should be spent on more essential services. Discuss both views and give your opinion.”

“Some countries require all citizens to vote in elections. Do you think this is a good policy?”

“Governments should impose higher taxes on unhealthy food. To what extent do you agree or disagree?”

“The pie charts show how government spending was divided among five categories in 2000 and 2020.”

“The line graph shows the percentage of seats held by women in the national parliament of four countries from 2000 to 2020.”

“The line graph shows general government gross debt as a percentage of GDP in four countries from 2000 to 2020.”

“The bar chart shows military spending as a share of GDP in five countries in 2010 and 2020.”