Fear Quote by Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
““A historian ought to be exact, sincere and impartial; free from passion, unbiased by interest, fear, resentment or affection; and faithful to the truth, which is the mother of history the preserver of great actions, the enemy of oblivion, the witness of the past, the director of the future.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Indian Parliament, 1936
History must be precise, unbiased, and devoted to truth to guide present and future.
In simple terms: History should be accurate and impartial.
Key Takeaway
Uphold truth in recording events.
Themes
history
truth
objectivity
responsibility
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- education
- media reporting
- public discourse
Key Concepts
epistemology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure objectivity?
- What role does truth play in society?
A Different Perspective
Bias can infiltrate even careful work; vigilance required.
