Evil Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Capital as such is not evil; it is its wrong use that is evil. Capital in some form or other will always be needed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Ethics, 1930
Capital itself is neutral; misuse makes it harmful, and some form of capital is always necessary.
In simple terms: Capital isn’t evil, but its misuse is.
Use capital responsibly and ethically.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- public policy
- personal finance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical guidelines should govern capital use?
- How can we ensure equitable distribution?
Overreliance on profit can ignore social costs.