Essay "Is etiquette for a gentleman obsolete? "

In today's society, gender roles are in a state of transition. Gone are the days when male and female "spheres" were separate and clearly defined. The current philosophy in our society encourages young males and females to set their aspirations high. Young people growing up in the present era have seen females in powerful social roles, what which considerably changes the concept of male etiquette. Some argue that the concept of being a gentleman is archaic, whereas others are convinced that the rules of being a gentleman have not and cannot change. 

From my point of view, although the manners and rules of etiquette have been remained in our days day/era, men neglect to follow them. There are very few chevaliers who retain courtesy, kindness, politeness and boldness. Apparently quintissentially strong women quintessentially intimate that there is no need in for this kind of a man, however, they complain when nobody yields [or "gives up"] a seat to them in a on public transport. Therefor this must not be an excuse for males to disregard behaving as a well-bred person.

First of all, one has to point out that the basic rules of behavior have not been eliminated. Moreover, it should be always kept in mind that opening a door in front of women or giving them an umbrella when it rains would not be considered as a male weakness. It is a common misconception that a the gentlemen species went to extinction extinct. 

On the other hand, nowadays good manners are designated as a flirt considered flirtatious. What changes the essence of etiquette rules into tools for making an impression on a woman? Also there is no doubt that business etiquette has gradually replaced old-fashioned rules of behavior and adds up some corrections to keep up with the times. Anyway, this does not imply that the etiquette is obsolete. Any man who wants to rise above and stand out just needs to bear in mind a few things that separate a modern gentlemen from a barbarian.

To sum up, I would like to accept the fact that some rules do not fit the contemporary world, it would be found rather ridiculous to stand every single time a woman enters the room or throw a jacket over a mud puddle. However, a modern gentleman has to take some etiquette rules into consideration.