Capitalism Quote by Arundhati Roy
““Do we need weapons to fight wars? Or do we need wars to create markets for weapons?””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, Arundhati Roy, 2003
Questioning whether conflict drives the arms industry or the industry fuels conflict, highlighting a cyclical relationship between war and profit.
In simple terms: War and weapons may be mutually reinforcing.
Key Takeaway
Examine the profit motives behind conflict.
Themes
war
economics
ethics
politics
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
provocative
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- activism
- journalism
- academic research
Key Concepts
military‑industrial complex
conflict economics
market creation
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives sustain the arms market?
- Can peace be profitable without weapons?
A Different Perspective
The argument overlooks non‑military drivers of war and peace.
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