The discussion revolved around whether civic sense in India is an internalised value or a behaviour driven by enforcement and privilege. One view held that civic sense should be inherent, shaped by upbringing and social norms, and becomes visible when people have access to resources and stability.

The counter-argument was that in India, civic sense often turns optional due to weak enforcement and unequal application of rules. When consequences are inconsistent, compliance becomes a choice rather than a norm. Privilege plays a role, expecting uniform civic behaviour ignores survival pressures faced by many.

Participants debated fines versus education: penalties bring immediate compliance, while long-term civic sense requires early social conditioning. Case studies showed that awareness without accountability fails, and punishment without support breeds resistance.

Other International examples and the examples of Dharavi, Quick commerce drivers gave perspective, which was connected to Maslow's hierarchy, suggesting that civic sense cannot flourish where foundational needs remain unmet.

The conclusion: civic sense in India exists on a relative spectrum, influenced by enforcement, privilege, and social trust; not as a fixed moral trait.