Antithesis Quote by Abhijit Naskar
““Patriotism is the antithesis of world peace.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Global Politics, 2021
Patriotism, when exclusive, opposes the universal harmony needed for world peace.
In simple terms: National pride can clash with global peace.
Key Takeaway
Balance love for country with global empathy.
Themes
patriotism
peace
globalism
conflict
identity
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- education curricula
- media narratives
- community activism
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can patriotism be expressed without harming peace?
- What policies promote both national pride and global cooperation?
A Different Perspective
Excessive nationalism can also foster xenophobia.
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