The need for introspection and meditative contemplation has been stressed for millennia. But why exactly is this, and what are some criticisms of this view? We explain. Quotes related to philosophy and by notable figures also form an important component of the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE).
What this quote essentially puts forward is that too often, poverty is seen narrowly. The real-world consequences and factors affecting it are not as simple, so how should it then be seen and addressed?
Quotes related to public life and views on social responsibility from great thinkers are relevant as part of the UPSC Civil Services Examination syllabus.
The quote is from the govt’s Kothari Commission report (1964-66). We take a deeper look at its implications and what it has come to mean in India in the years since. A portion of the quote was given as a statement question in the 2017 UPSC Civil Services Examination’s Essay paper.