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In the 21 century, more emphasis is made on improving voluntary military training
instead of compulsory military training for citizens. A lot of countries still stick to
conscription to strengthen the power of their military forces while some countries still
consider conscription as a violation of individual human rights. Nations like South
Korea, Egypt, Russia, Ukraine etc. still stick to conscription as, they need a strong
military, want to promote national unity, want to promote discipline and involvement
in national service among the youth.

However, there are still some countries where conscription is a matter of controversy
as it may violate human liberties, or because conscription requires a lot of military
budget or because conscription may create unrest or protests. It is believed that
conscription might interfere with other forms of education and learning people want.
Also, the quality of services offered in the military is affected.

Conscription or military training is simply not for everyone. As per the studies, around
40,000 military people returning from wars were suffering from anxiety, depression
and such traumatic experiences. Also, the hardcore training and risk of physical
injuries increases with conscription.

Quick facts about Compulsory Military Training

• English colonists did make military training compulsory as short term
training and also as a service for local defense.
• Bolivia is the country that made conscription mandatory for men aged 18
to 49 since 1904.
• Cape Verde, Chad, Eritrea, Israel, North Korea, Norway, China and
Sweden have compulsory military services for women.

• The first comprehensive conscription was established by the French
Republic in the wars and during the French Revolution.
• Due to conscription, France was able to defend itself from the European
monarchy attacks in 16 century.
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