Capabilities Quote by Amartya Sen
“Capability is just a concept of what is it we're looking at. Now how far we can go along that and what new capabilities become possible is something we have to judge.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Development and Freedom, 1999
Capabilities are the possibilities we can achieve; judging them helps us understand progress and future potential.
In simple terms: We assess what we can do and what new abilities may arise.
Evaluate potential before acting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy design
- education planning
- career development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What metrics can capture new capabilities?
- How do we prioritize which capabilities to develop?
The concept can be vague without measurable criteria.