Problem: Write a 600-word essay which correctly answers the question in concise manner, clearly argue the point and the opposing points, also give relevant examples and counterexamples, aside from that, structure the essay such that conclusion is rationally motivated, and cite some relevant sources.
Question: A highly fundamental belief: the external world - the world beyond the human mind - exists. How is this belief fundamental? Is it reasonable to believe that a mind-independent, external world exists?