Economics Quote by Arundhati Roy
“Three-quarters of India lives on the edge of the market economy. You can't tell them that only those who can afford water can have it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Doctor and the Doctor, 2015
Many Indians lack basic resources, yet market forces ignore their needs, creating injustice
In simple terms: Poverty persists despite market growth
Advocate equitable resource distribution
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public health
- water access
- rural development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could ensure water accessibility?
- How can markets be restructured for fairness?
Market solutions alone cannot address basic human needs