Common man Quote by Lal Bahadur Shastri
“No doubt we have to have bigger projects, bigger industries, basic industries, but it is a matter of the highest importance that we look to the common man, the weakest element in the society.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, India, 1965
Emphasizes prioritizing the needs of the weakest members of society over large industrial projects.
In simple terms: Focus on helping the poorest before big projects.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize the vulnerable.
Themes
social justice
economics
leadership
public policy
equality
Mood
hopeful
determined
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- community aid
- government budgeting
Key Concepts
human rights
economic development
social welfare
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance growth with equity?
- What policies protect the weakest?
A Different Perspective
Balancing large projects with basic needs can be politically challenging.
