The success of a country relies on both economic strength and social equality. A strong economy drives growth, while human rights and fairness support stability. This essay will highlight both aspects and suggest which plays a pivotal role in making a nation successful.

       Firstly, a strong economy plays a crucial role in determining a country’s success. Economic growth can alleviate unemployment, reduce poverty, and improve the living standards of many citizens. This is mainly due to many people getting a job with an income to live comfortably. Furthermore, this economic growth can increase the amount of tax revenue collected from the population, which governments can use for the improvement of education, healthcare and other ways for the benefit of the country and its people. 

       Social equality and respect for human rights are equally essential for national success. When citizens are treated fairly and equally regardless of gender, ethnicity or other differences, it can create and develop social cohesion, and tensions between groups are reduced. For example, Scandinavian countries like Sweden have a strong human rights record and a high level of equality among the people, thus reducing crime rates and have high trust in their government. This can ensure that everyone has access to education, healthcare and employment not only benefiting individuals but society as a whole. A country without equality can suffer from division within the community, thus leading to its downfall, despite being one of the wealthiest countries in the world.

      In conclusion, while economic strength drives progress, it is social equality and human rights that sustain it. Moreover, human rights and social fairness build lasting success by creating peace, unity, and opportunities for all citizens.

By: Mohamed Lubaan Latheef

11-S8 (Batch 2026)