We are living in a century where everyone is surrounded by technology even beyond the limits of this Earth. We were told that things around this life-filled planet changed forever when someone pointed a telescope – a surprising optical instrument – at the sky. We humans are quite intelligent and powerful species as compared to other living beings on our planet, according to scientists.
One question definitely that we had thought about or perhaps someone had discussed it with their companions, classmates or even had asked from parents or teachers, is that are we alone in this whole universe? As a member of this planet, I think no, we are not alone here. The scientists are trying hard to find life on other planets, or anywhere in space. But when we talk about an alien, we think they may kill humans and, that science fiction characters are ‘more interested’ to rule the Earth for no reason.
I am just thinking that we are thinking negative about the aliens – if they exist – when we say that they will treat humans the same way we treat other creatures. There are many theories about presence of the aliens but this is the scariest theory. What if we will discover ‘humans’ on another planet. I think we are psychologically ready for the aliens, but what happens if we found ‘humans’ instead?
Anyhow, humans are proficient enough to explore space and beyond. With the help of scientists, billionaires are planning to start a ‘residential colony’ on Mars – the second-smallest planet in the solar system. The American space agency is very invested in its mission to Mars, as it believes there exists a habitable environment there. NASA has launched rover Curiosity and Perseverance to find life samples on the red planet.
It is my humble request to the government to give more platforms to enlighten young minds regarding space exploration, to inculcate in them a sense of national unity, social responsibility, and to empower them with a creative mindset and ability to think out of the box. We need these kinds of opportunities to explore the universe.
Written by Muhammad Huzaifa | Lahore
