Question

A local thug (bad element) has started *** construction on your vacant plot. He has refused your request to vacate and threatened you of dire consequences in case you do not sell the property at a cheap price to him. You would

(a) sell the property at a cheap price to him.

(b) go to the police for necessary action.

(c) ask for help from your neighbours.

(d) negotiate with the goon to get a higher price.

Answer 1

(b) (a) This is a little negative as you would be cowering before him. It would only make him all the more daring and proud.

(b) There is no need to buckle under pressure, one can always approach the law enforcing agencies for justice.

(c) Asking for help from your neighbours is positive. But we wouldn't want to trouble them. They may not be interested. Self help is the best help.

(d) It would not be an easy task negotiating with a goon. It is impractical to throw one’* life is danger.