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“Each human being is a citizen of the world. We have many identities, of which one of the identities is our human identity. And that's something that the schools can provide, but that requires again a vision rather than being centers of hatred. It could be an enormous opportunity to give that…” quote by Amartya Sen
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“Each human being is a citizen of the world. We have many identities, of which one of the identities is our human identity. And that's something that the schools can provide, but that requires again a vision rather than being centers of hatred. It could be an enormous opportunity to give that mission.”

Amartya Sen

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human identity transcends national borders; education should foster global citizenship over division.

In simple terms: Education should build global unity.

Key Takeaway

Teach global perspective.

Themes

education global citizenship identity

Mood

optimistic serious

Type

academic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • schools
  • policy making
  • community programs

Key Concepts

human rights cosmopolitanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools promote inclusive identities?
  • What obstacles exist in fostering global citizenship?
A Different Perspective

Implementation faces political resistance.

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