--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The number of those who do selfless…" description: "\"The number of those who do selfless public service and those who serve without expecting any return, should increase. Their sterling qualities should s..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/27e/periyar-e-v-ramasamy-25060_expecting_the-number-of-those-who-do-selfless-publ_621241.png" --- # The number of those who do selfless public service and… ![“The number of those who do selfless public service and those who serve without expecting any return, should increase. Their sterling qualities should show the way to the people at large. Their life would be a model to show how man should conduct himself in public life.” quote by Periyar E. V. 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Selfless service should be more common; exemplary lives guide society toward better conduct. **In simple terms:** More people should serve without expecting reward. Key Takeaway Encourage altruism and recognize role models. Themes ethics public service role models social responsibility leadership Mood hopeful reflective Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - government - non‑profits - education - healthcare Key Concepts civic duty altruism community building Questions to Reflect On - How can societies reward selfless acts? - What barriers prevent people from serving? 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