Inspirational Quote by Jawaharlal Nehru
“Please remember that law and sense are not always the same.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Independence Day Address, 1947
Law and common sense may diverge; legal frameworks aren't always aligned with practical wisdom.
In simple terms: Law and sense differ sometimes.
Balance law with common sense.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- judicial decisions
- public debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should law yield to common sense?
- How to reconcile conflicts?
Legal systems can be slow to adapt to common sense.