Crime Quote by Kiran Desai
““The fact was that one was left empty-handed. There was no system to soothe the unfairness of things; justice was without scope; it might snag the stealer of chickens, but great evasive crimes would have to be dismissed because, if identified and netted, they would bring down the entire structure of so-called civilization. For crimes that took place in the monstrous dealings between nations, for crimes that took place in those intimate spaces between two people without a witness...””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai, 2006
Justice systems often fail to address large-scale or hidden crimes, protecting the broader order at the expense of fairness.
In simple terms: Justice can be selective, overlooking big or hidden wrongs.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address systemic blind spots.
Themes
justice
systemic failure
power
inequality
morality
Mood
critical
somber
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- international law
- corporate governance
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
social contract
institutional bias
ethical dilemmas
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance societal stability with individual fairness?
- What mechanisms can expose hidden crimes without collapsing institutions?
A Different Perspective
Large systems may prioritize stability over truth, perpetuating injustice.
