Evil Quote by Jawaharlal Nehru
“Evil unchecked grows, evil tolerated poisons the whole system.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 1950s
Neglecting evil allows it to spread and corrupt systems.
In simple terms: Ignoring evil lets it poison everything.
Key Takeaway
Address problems early.
Themes
ethics
politics
social responsibility
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- community activism
- workplace culture
- environmental regulation
Key Concepts
morality
systemic risk
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate unchecked harm?
- How can societies balance vigilance and tolerance?
A Different Perspective
Some evil may be subjective or ambiguous.
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