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“Economics, as it has emerged, can be made more productive by paying greater and more explicit attention to the ethical considerations that shape human behaviour and judgment.” quote by Amartya Sen
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“Economics, as it has emerged, can be made more productive by paying greater and more explicit attention to the ethical considerations that shape human behaviour and judgment.”

Amartya Sen

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Source Book: Development as Freedom, 1999

Economic policies should integrate ethical insight to guide human behavior responsibly.

In simple terms: Ethics guide economics.

Key Takeaway

Incorporate ethics into economic decisions.

Themes

ethics economics human behavior

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

philosophical policy‑oriented

When to use this quote

  • policy design
  • business strategy
  • public welfare

Key Concepts

Moral philosophy behavioral economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What ethical principle should dominate economic policy?
  • How can we measure ethical impact?
A Different Perspective

Ethical focus may slow market efficiency.

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