Answerable Quote by Koena Mitra
“If the public has given us stature, we must also be answerable to them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 2020, Global Governance Forum
Public authority brings responsibility; we must answer to those we serve.
In simple terms: Power requires accountability to the public.
Key Takeaway
Practice transparency and responsiveness.
Themes
responsibility
accountability
leadership
Mood
serious
hopeful
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- public office
- corporate governance
- community projects
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms ensure true answerability?
- How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective
Accountability can be hindered by bureaucracy.
