The acceptable reasons for studying history is that it helps support common cultural understanding because when you study history you will be introduce to the different ancient and valuable culture of the people. Another acceptable reason for studying history is that it improves our judgment. When citizens are properly educated about the history the place they are living, they can rationalize why specific changes are necessary in the present. In that case, they will have an idea on what to do if ever the same scenario in the past will happen in the present.
