Some people think government should spend money looking for life on other planets, while others think it is a waste of public money as there are many problems on earth. Discuss both these views and give your view.

Public spending on space exploration is controversial because it promises scientific discovery while many citizens face urgent problems on Earth. I believe governments should fund the search for life beyond this planet, but only as a modest part of a research budget that still prioritises poverty, health, and environmental protection.