Reforms Quote by Eswar S Prasad
““Large-scale reforms usually require either a crisis, which makes them unavoidable, or a framework that builds popular support along with an effective advocate to convert that sentiment into concrete actions.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: World Economic Forum, 2023
Major reforms arise from crises or from building broad support with strong advocacy to turn sentiment into action.
In simple terms: Reforms need crisis or strong popular backing.
Build consensus and champion change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government
- civil society
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we prepare for reforms before crises?
- What makes an advocate effective?
Crises can cause rushed, flawed reforms.